That take completely misses how modern roster construction works. Oklahoma State bringing in 50 transfers is a direct response to the new reality of college football, and it's a smart strategy. The 90s are over. The portal and NIL have changed everything, and programs that adapt survive. Look at their 10-win season last year. That success was built on key portal additions at receiver and in the secondary. Their defensive havoc rate jumped 30 spots nationally because of those moves. The idea of players "bleeding" for one school for four years is nostalgic, but it doesn't win games anymore. Coaches have to build competitive rosters year-to-year, and the portal is the fastest way to address weaknesses. If you're not using it aggressively, you're falling behind. Their approach is calculated, not chaotic. They identify specific needs and fill them with experienced players who can contribute immediately. That's how you win in the American now. Holding onto outdated ideals about roster continuity just means watching other teams pass you by. Their win total proves the method works.
