It’s a new era in the Big 12.

Oklahoma State has fired longtime head coach Mike Gundy, the program announced Tuesday.

The news was first reported by several local outlets as well as Pete Thamel of ESPN.

“Cowboy football reached an unprecedented level of success and national prominence under Coach Gundy’s leadership,” Oklahoma State athletic director Chad Weiberg said in a statement. “I believe I speak for OSU fans everywhere when I say that we are grateful for all he did to raise the standard and show us all what is possible for Oklahoma State football.”

Gundy was in the midst of his 21st season leading Oklahoma State’s program, having also played quarterback for the Cowboys from 1986-89.

Widely considered the best head coach in Oklahoma State history, Gundy posted a 170-90 lifetime r

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