Daily Bullets (Jan. 4): Pokes Win Final Nonconference Tune Up, Another Key Defender is Returning for 2024

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Scores

MBB: Cowboys 72, Chicago St 53

OSU Bullets

• Collin Oliver announced he’s coming back for another year – as is fullback Jake Schultz (PFB + X)

• Five Thoughts from the Cowboys’ win over Chicago State (PFB)

• The Texas Bowl was unexpected fun – CBS noted it exceeded expectations. 

While the outcome never felt in serious doubt, the game featured a bunch of big plays (there were nine pass completions of at least 30 yards) and had plenty of moments to keep you entertained. 

[CBS Sports]

• Tyreek Hill’s house caught on fire yesterday but everyone appears ok (CBS Sports)

• ESPN has Ollie Gordon ranked as their No. 11 player returning in college football in 2024 (ESPN)

One Shining Moment but make it about Bowl Season pic.twitter.com/Hy6WPPWqOc

— Nathan Grella (@NathanGrella) January 2, 2024

• Have to imagine you’ll see the Pokes high on preseason top 25s – Utah, Arizona, K-State and Kanas join the Pokes. 

The way too early 2024 college football top 25 via Bleacher Report. 👀 pic.twitter.com/EdWaNTHeMB

— College Football Alerts  (@CFBAlerts_) January 4, 2024

Non-OSU Bullets

• How a 40-ounce cup changed Stanley’s business
• The power of encouragement (faith-based)

2023 in seven minutes