The Final Draw (PFB+): How Kevin Johns Cracked the Code to Jumpstart OSU’s offense

STILLWATER — For the first time since the Baylor game, the Cowboys offense put on a show at least as interesting as what was going on elsewhere inside Boone Pickens Stadium.

Just last week, it seemed like OSU’s best shot of truly competing in a conference game would require a spark from the defense. Then, quarterbacks coach Kevin Johns took control of the offense and worked his magic to turn the Cowboys into a serviceable unit, only vulnerable to the worst-timed fumble snaps ever.

It was a bitter ending, but true progress could turn into full-blown hope if Johns can deliver a repeat performance either at No. 14 Texas Tech or at Kansas in the next two weeks.

Today’s edition of the Final Draw will focus on:

• A breakdown of Oklahoma State’s success with trip formations
• The two receivers who nearly had highlight-worthy plays, and why those didn’t work out
• Surprising snap counts, player grades and other defensive insights

But first, let’s talk about Oklahoma State’s offensive line. Those guys have come up more than once in the Final Draw this season, but then they were one of the weak links. 

That wasn’t the case on Saturday as the offensive line helped OSU’s offense put together one of its best performances in recent memory, starting with a national and conference-wide accolade for two of the big guys.

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