Rudolph, Lundblade, Other Oklahoma State Seniors Sign Off One Last Time

After the first 10-win three-year stretch in Oklahoma State history, the Cowboys’ seniors took a bow on Thursday by beating a top 25 Virginia Tech team in the Camping World Bowl. And then it was over.

Mason Rudolph, Marcell Ateman, Chad Whitener, James Washington, Brad Lundblade and Zach Crabtree will never play in the orange and black again, which is both sad and astounding. Sad for obvious reasons and astounding because it feels like a week ago that we were debating about whether Rudolph’s redshirt should be pulled in Waco.

“I thanked (coach Gundy) for the opportunity to come here and play in his system, play in such an explosive offense with guys like James and being able to spread the ball around,” said Rudolph on Thursday. “Just being part of a team and a community in Stillwater that’s been home for me and James for four years. Just a fun college experience.”

Rudolph then signed off via Twitter and other seniors did the same. We collected some of those tweets so you can see what players had to say following their final game in the Oklahoma State uniform.

Thank you Cowboy nation for an unforgettable four years. For a city and family to always call home. It’s been an honor to represent you. Go Pokes?

— Mason Rudolph (@Rudolph2Mason) December 29, 2017

What a finish! I love this team, and I love this university. Thank you OSU for a great 4 years! #CowboyForLife

— Brad Lundblade (@BradLundblade) December 29, 2017

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— Brad Lundblade (@BradLundblade) December 29, 2017

Thankful as ever for this opportunity to have come here! Being voted captain of this hard nosed team. My brothers I cannot be more grateful! Thank you to you all! Love y’all, excited to watch y’all as a fan from now on !!

— Chad Whitener (@MountChad) December 29, 2017

Thank you for the support, I️ Preciate you ?? https://t.co/oB3YU4j71f

— DeQuinton Osborne (@3techFinesse) December 29, 2017

Underclassmen and coaches weighed in on their seniors, too.

One of the first things Mason Rudolph did postgame was find Mike Yurcich to give him a hug. Asked Yurcich what he said to him in that moment: #okstate pic.twitter.com/WG7u7r74TW

— Mark Cooper (@mark_cooperjr) December 29, 2017

Proud of my brothers! This year has been fun! But now it’s on to the next?? pic.twitter.com/IhKXWbth1L

— Chuba Hubbard (@Hubbard_RMN) December 29, 2017

It was an honor to play with this man. I’ve learned a lot from him and can’t wait to use it next year to continue the #FreakShow Much love 28 ?? pic.twitter.com/pQG65GQH5f

— SUPERMAN (@OfficialTylan2) December 29, 2017

Wow!!! What a year. through the ups and downs it was one hell of a ride. #OneLastRide

— Zach The Punter (@ZachSinor29) December 29, 2017

Great Group of Men! Thank You 2018 Senior OLine for your hard work and leadership! #CampingWorldBowl #GoPokes #WarPigs ???⚫️ pic.twitter.com/D4al5t6seG

— Josh Henson (@Coach_Henson) December 29, 2017

We win as a family! #GoPokes pic.twitter.com/Mk1YeqT4bu

— Mike Gundy (@CoachGundy) December 29, 2017