Oklahoma State and Tulsa Face Off in Week 4 College Football Clash

STILLWATER, Okla. — The Oklahoma State Cowboys and the Tulsa Golden Hurricane are set for a key college football matchup on Friday, September 20, 2025, at Boone Pickens Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. This game could help both teams get back on track after disappointing starts to their seasons.

Tulsa (1-2) is coming off a 42-23 loss to Navy, marking their second consecutive defeat. The Golden Hurricane has struggled on the road, holding an 0-1 record away from home this season. Meanwhile, Oklahoma State (1-1) aims to rebound from a staggering 69-3 defeat against Oregon on September 6. The Cowboys finished the 2025 season with a disappointing 3-9 overall record, but they have won their last 10 encounters against Tulsa, leading the all-time series 44-27-5.

The betting lines show the Cowboys as 11.5-point favorites, with an over/under of 54.5 total points according to SportsLine consensus. Sports Illustrated‘s former college sports editor, Gene Menez, known for his impressive record of 9-3 on his last dozen against-the-spread picks, provides in-depth analysis for those interested in wagering.

Oklahoma State’s offense, led by redshirt freshman quarterback, displayed signs of potential in their season opener, completing 13 of 20 passes for 136 yards in a 27-7 win over Tennessee-Martin. Despite an impressive high school career, where he threw for 3,117 yards and 31 touchdowns, he faces pressure to deliver in this pivotal game. Oklahoma State’s ground attack is spearheaded by redshirt sophomore, who has rushed 35 times for 119 yards this season.

On the other side, Tulsa’s offense will be looking to their senior running back, who has shown his prowess in recent games, including a standout performance with 142 rushing yards against a common opponent. The Golden Hurricane will need to capitalize on their strengths, especially in tackling Oklahoma State’s high-tempo offense.

Injuries and weather conditions might also influence the game dynamics, with Oklahoma State’s sophomore quarterback listed as questionable with a concussion from the Week 2 matchup. If he cannot play, the Cowboys may turn to redshirt freshman as a reliable backup. Proper preparation for all possible scenarios will be critical as the teams head into this rivalry matchup.

As anticipation builds for this exciting clash, fans and analysts alike are eager to see if Oklahoma State can maintain their dominance over Tulsa or if the Golden Hurricane will rise to the occasion and deliver an upset. With both teams seeking a much-needed victory, Friday’s game is shaping up to be an essential chapter in their 2025 college football narratives.