{
  "id": 12489768,
  "title": "Former Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy making TNT studio debut",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/former-oklahoma-state-coach-mike-gundy-making-tnt-studio-debut",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T23:00:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-oklahoma-state-coach-mike-220056777.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mike Gundy, the former head coach of Oklahoma State football, will be making his debut on TNT's studio coverage of the Big 12 matchup between Arizona Wildcats and West Virginia Mountaineers this Saturday, as reported by Pokes Report. Gundy, who was dismissed in September after his 21st season at Oklahoma State, previously appeared on ESPN's coaches film room broadcast of the national championship game in January, but has had limited media appearances since then. He opted for the TNT/HBO Max opportunity over potential roles with ESPN and Fox Sports, choosing to serve as a studio analyst or game analyst, respectively.\n\nWith a record as the winningest coach in Oklahoma State football history, Gundy led the Cowboys to a Big 12 Conference title, 12 bowl victories, and three Big 12 Coach of the Year awards, along with eight 10-win seasons. However, only two seasons saw the team fall short. It is worth noting that due to his buyout last year, Gundy may be restricted from discussing Oklahoma State during the broadcast. TNT's studio coverage set to begin at 10:30 a.m. ET will feature Gundy alongside host Jordan Cornette, analysts Champ Bailey and Takeo Spikes.",
  "summary": "Mike Gundy is back. On TV, at least. The former Oklahoma State football coach will make his debut this Saturday as part of TNT’s studio coverage of the Big 12 showdown between the Arizona Wildcats and West Virginia Mountaineers, according to Pokes Report. Gundy, who was fired in the midst of his 21st season as…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}