Oklahoma State fans, it’s time to get familiar with some new faces - because if the numbers are any indication, these transfers aren’t just filling out the roster. They’re about to make some serious noise in Stillwater.
According to Pro Football Focus, six of the top 72 transfers in college football this offseason are heading to Oklahoma State - and all of them made the move from North Texas. That’s a direct credit to Eric Morris, who orchestrated a standout season for the Mean Green and now brings a wave of talent with him to the Cowboys.
OSU is tied with Texas Tech for the most players on PFF’s Top 8 transfer lists among Big 12 teams, and only four Big 12 programs had multiple names mentioned. Seven had none.
But what really jumps off the page? Oklahoma State didn’t just land solid contributors - they landed stars.
Three of those six transfers were ranked No. 1 at their position group: running back Caleb Hawkins, wide receiver Wyatt Young, and linebacker Ethan Wesloski. No other program in the country had multiple top-ranked transfers.
In fact, OSU had more No. 1s than the rest of the Big 12 combined.
Let’s break down why these names matter and what they bring to the table.
Quarterback: Drew Mestemaker (No. 4 among QB transfers)
He may not have topped the list, but Drew Mestemaker is bringing elite-level production to Stillwater. His PFF grade of 88.3 placed him fourth among transfer quarterbacks, behind Byrum Brown (Auburn), Brendan Sorsby (Texas Tech), and Anthony Colandrea (Nebraska). But here’s the kicker - Mestemaker actually outpaced all three in passing yards, touchdowns, and completion percentage.
And if you’re looking for efficiency, look no further. Among quarterbacks with at least 287 dropbacks last season, Mestemaker led the entire country - not just transfers - with 9.4 yards per attempt.
That’s elite company, ahead of names like Diego Pavia and Fernando Mendoza. This is a quarterback who doesn’t just move the chains - he stretches the field and puts pressure on defenses from the first snap.
Running Back: Caleb Hawkins (No. 1 among RB transfers)
There’s dominance, and then there’s what Caleb Hawkins did last season. The true freshman turned in a jaw-dropping PFF grade of 92.6 - a full 6.2 points higher than the next-best transfer back, Cam Edwards (UConn to Michigan State). That kind of gap is unheard of at the top of a list.
But it gets better. Hawkins’ rushing grade of 94.1 wasn’t just the best among transfers - it led the entire nation.
Period. And his 29 total touchdowns?
That led the country as well, by a margin of five. For a true freshman to post those numbers is rare.
For that player to now be in the Big 12? That’s a game-changer.
Wide Receiver: Wyatt Young (No. 1) and Miles Coleman (No. 6)
The Cowboys didn’t just reload at receiver - they may have upgraded in a big way. Wyatt Young comes in as the top-ranked transfer wideout, and he earned it.
His PFF grade of 89 put him 5.1 points ahead of the next name on the list, LSU-bound Jackson Harris. That’s a significant margin at the top, and it speaks to just how complete Young’s game is.
Young finished third nationally in receiving yards last season with 1,264 - and did it as a true sophomore. He also averaged 18.1 yards per catch, good for a tie for fourth in the country. He’s a big-play threat who can stretch the field and create separation, and he’s only getting better.
Then there’s Miles Coleman, ranked sixth among transfer receivers with a PFF grade of 81.1. Coleman, a former high school teammate of Mestemaker at Vandergrift High in Austin, caught 46 passes for 536 yards and three touchdowns last season. He brings chemistry with the new quarterback and a reliable set of hands to complement Young’s explosiveness.
Linebacker: Ethan Wesloski (No. 1 among LB transfers)
Ethan Wesloski is another name that should get Cowboys fans excited. The redshirt junior earned a PFF grade of 90.6 - the only transfer linebacker to crack the 90s.
And he didn’t just flash in a small sample size. Wesloski played over 479 snaps last season and was one of only three linebackers in the country to hit the 90-grade mark with that kind of workload.
His production backs it up: 113 tackles, nine tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, one interception, and a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown. He’s a do-it-all linebacker who can stuff the run, drop into coverage, and make splash plays. That kind of versatility is exactly what this OSU defense needs.
Cornerback: Kollin Lewis (No. 7 among CB transfers)
While some of the bigger names have grabbed the headlines, don’t sleep on Kollin Lewis. The redshirt sophomore corner quietly put together a strong season, earning a PFF grade of 75.9 - good for seventh among transfer corners.
Lewis was targeted just 19 times in 2025 and allowed only eight receptions - a stingy 42.1% completion rate. Those eight catches totaled just 67 yards and one touchdown, while Lewis came away with two interceptions. He may not have the flashiest profile, but his efficiency in coverage speaks volumes.
The Bigger Picture for Oklahoma State
When you look at the full picture, it’s clear that Oklahoma State didn’t just dip into the transfer portal - they dominated it. With six players ranked among the top eight at their positions, including three No. 1s, this is a transfer class that could reshape the Cowboys’ trajectory heading into next season.
Eric Morris brought more than just a system from North Texas - he brought playmakers. And if these players can carry over even a portion of their 2025 production, Oklahoma State could be one of the most improved teams in the Big 12 - and maybe beyond.
The talent is there. Now it’s about putting it all together on the field.