Oklahoma State vs. UCF: Kickoff Time, TV Channel, Betting Odds and What to Know
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Oklahoma State returns to Boone Pickens Stadium Saturday for its Big 12 home opener, and the Cowboys will have a sold-out crowd behind them.
No. 18 Oklahoma State (3-1, 1-0 Big 12) hosts UCF (3-2, 1-1 Big 12) at 11 a.m. CT, looking to build on its three-game winning streak and remain unbeaten in conference play.
The Cowboys are coming off their lone bye week of the season after defeating West Virginia 41-24 on September 26. Meanwhile, the Knights are looking to rebound from a 27-17 loss at No. 20 Houston.
Here's everything fans need to know ahead of Saturday's matchup.
When and Where Is Oklahoma State vs. UCF?
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Kickoff: 11 a.m. CT
- Location: Boone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, Oklahoma
- TV: ESPN2
- Streaming: ESPN's streaming platforms with an eligible subscription or TV-provider login
- Records: No. 18 Oklahoma State (3-1, 1-0 Big 12); UCF (3-2, 1-1 Big 12)
Who Is Calling the Game?
ESPN2's broadcast crew features Lowell Galindo on play-by-play, Kirk Morrison as analyst and Dawn Davenport reporting from the sidelines.
The game will also air on the Cowboy Radio Network, with Dave Hunziker handling play-by-play, John Holcomb providing analysis and Deion Imade serving as sideline reporter.
Fans outside the network's radio coverage area can listen for free through The Varsity Network app.
Oklahoma State vs. UCF Betting Odds
Oklahoma State enters Saturday as a double-digit favorite.
According to Friday's BetMGM list,
- Point spread: Oklahoma State -10.5
- Over/under: 53.5 total points
- Moneyline: Oklahoma State favored
Betting lines are subject to change before kickoff.
Sold-Out Crowd and Stripe the Stadium
Saturday's matchup is officially sold out, giving Oklahoma State another packed house at Boone Pickens Stadium.
The Cowboys will also hold their annual Stripe the Stadium promotion, encouraging fans to wear orange or black based on their seating section.
Fans can check the official color-coded stadium map through Oklahoma State Athletics to determine which color to wear.
The game also marks UCF's first trip to Stillwater.
What to Watch: Cowboys Look to Keep Rolling
Oklahoma State enters Saturday with one of the nation's most productive offenses under first-year head coach Eric Morris.
Quarterback Drew Mestemaker has thrown for 1,271 yards through four games, while running back Caleb Hawkins leads the Cowboys with 441 rushing yards. Wide receiver Wyatt Young has emerged as a major downfield threat with 410 receiving yards.
In their last outing, the Cowboys totaled 609 yards of offense against West Virginia. Mestemaker threw for 389 yards and three touchdowns, Hawkins rushed for 180 yards and Young recorded 192 receiving yards.
But the defense will have something to prove after surrendering 335 rushing yards against the Mountaineers.
UCF presents another challenging matchup with a physical rushing attack and dual-threat quarterback Keyone Jenkins.
The Knights also showed their potential against Houston, jumping out to a 17-0 lead before the Cougars rallied for a 27-17 victory.
Morris emphasized the importance of stopping UCF's rushing attack during his weekly press conference.
“Starts with stopping the run and earning the right to defend the pass,” Morris said.
Oklahoma State vs. UCF Series History
The Cowboys are still searching for their first victory over UCF. The Knights have won both previous meetings, including a 17-14 victory in 2025 and a 45-3 win in 2023.
Saturday will be the first meeting between the programs at Boone Pickens Stadium.
What's Next for Oklahoma State?
Following Saturday's matchup, the Cowboys return to the road for another Big 12 test.
Oklahoma State travels to Houston on Saturday, October 17, for a nationally televised primetime matchup on FOX. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. CT.
But first, the Cowboys will try to take care of business in front of a sold-out Stillwater crowd and improve to 2-0 in Big 12 play.
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