Oklahoma State Turns to Sam Jackson V at Quarterback Amid Injury Crisis

Stillwater, OK – Facing a mounting quarterback injury crisis, the Oklahoma State Cowboys will start Sam Jackson V against the Houston Cougars this Saturday at Boone Pickens Stadium, a pivotal matchup in the Big 12 Conference.

The Cowboys (1-4) have been plagued by injuries at the quarterback position, with both Hauss Hejny and Zane Flores expected to be unavailable this week. Interim head coach Doug Meacham confirmed that Flores “is probably not going to participate this week,” leaving Jackson V and Banks Bowen as the primary options. Jackson V, a transfer from Auburn, has already begun to see action at quarterback, completing three passes for 27 yards and adding 13 rushing yards in limited play. He initially joined the Cowboys as a wide receiver after a varied college career that included stops at TCU and Cal.

Bowen, the son of interim defensive coordinator Clint Bowen, will serve as the backup. While primarily preparing for a potential redshirt season, the coaching staff intends to utilize his remaining games before eligibility is exhausted. There is also growing speculation about the potential for Noah Walters to see playing time; the sophomore previously threw for 2,346 yards and 21 touchdowns at North Alabama before transferring to UCF and eventually Oklahoma State. The Cowboys’ offensive struggles this season have led to calls for Walters to be given an opportunity to revitalize the offense – a unit currently averaging just 13 points per game. Oklahoma State’s offensive statistics reflect the team’s challenges.

The quarterback situation is critical for Oklahoma State as they attempt to avoid a losing season and remain competitive in the Big 12. Meacham indicated the team will evaluate Jackson V’s performance and potentially utilize Bowen and Walters to provide a spark. The Cowboys will look to turn their season around against Houston this Saturday.