OSU's Draft Drought: Mestemaker & Hawkins' Potential Impact

0:00On April 26, it's been 12 years since Oklahoma State put a football player in the first round of the NFL draft. That was back in 2014, when the Cleveland Browns took Justin Gilbert 8th overall. Since then, the Cowboys have been quiet up top, with just a couple picks in the first three rounds after 2019, and only Tevin Jenkins cracking the top 60. This week's 2026 draft kicks off with no OSU guys expected in the top two rounds. Their young quarterback, Mesta Maker, looks headed for two more college seasons before the 2028 draft, but a breakout year could. Bump him to first round status in 2027. OSU fans are buzzing about what that could mean. If he lights it up quick, it might mean more wins and a faster track to the pros, ending this long drought since their last first rounder in 20. 16. Keep an eye on Running Bad Caleb Hawkins, too. The youngster rush for 1,434 yards in a nation leading 25 touchdowns last season, setting

1:00him up as a potential pro if he keeps building. With new coach Morris calling plays, he developed Cam Ward into the number one pick, work with Patrick Mahomes, and recruited Baker Mayfield OSU's. Prime to pump out more NFL talent. That flow could supercharge recruiting and put still water back on the map.