Undefeated in Conference Play, Oklahoma State’s Bowl Dream Is Just Two Wins Away, But Houston’s Waiting

The No. 18-ranked Oklahoma State Cowboys are rolling, sitting undefeated in conference play as they charge into Week 7 of the 2026 season! These Pokes are 4-1 overall and have a clean 2-0 record in the Big 12. It’s a huge start for them, especially after what went down last week.

Pokes Put Up Points, Eyeing the Next Challenge

In Week 6, the Cowboys flat-out handled UCF, taking them down 42-28 right at home. That was a big win to keep the momentum going. Remember that upset over No. 6 Oregon back in Week 2? That was a statement game, and it set the tone for this squad. Now, they’re heading south to Houston this Saturday to face off against the No. 20-ranked Cougars. This isn’t just another game, either. It’s their first ranked conference game of the season, and it’s gonna be a real test.

Bowl Dreams on the Horizon

This Houston game is massive because the Cowboys are staring down something big: bowl eligibility. With just two more wins, Oklahoma State guarantees a spot in a bowl game. That hasn’t happened since 2023, so you know the Pokes are hungry to get back there. The stakes couldn’t be clearer.

So, where are the experts thinking OSU could land if they keep winning? Here’s the rundown of some 2026 bowl projections:

• Athlon Sports has them going up against Texas A&M in the Texas Bowl on December 31.
• CBS Sports thinks it’s Oklahoma State versus SMU in the Pop-Tarts Bowl on December 29.
• ESPN’s Kyle Bonagura projects the Cowboys against Kentucky in the Texas Bowl on December 31.
• ESPN’s Mark Schlabach sees a potential showdown with Oklahoma in the Texas Bowl, also on December 31.
• College Football News is looking at Oklahoma State battling Tulane in the Independence Bowl on December 22.

This Saturday’s game against No. 20 Houston isn’t just about the conference record anymore. It’s about taking that next step towards securing a bowl bid, something this team has been working for since 2023. Can they keep their conference undefeated streak alive and get one step closer to making those bowl dreams a reality? You bet your bottom dollar they’re going to leave it all out there.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.