How Morris Can Follow Indiana's Portal Blueprint at OSU

Six positions where UNT transfers could make immediate impact, led by nation's passing yards and rushing touchdown leaders

Daniel Allen

Jan 02, 2026 - 7 min read

North Texas head coach Eric Morris watches from the sideline during the Mean Green's 49-42 loss to Texas State in the First Responders Bowl on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas. Morris was hired as Oklahoma State's head coach three days later and has emphasized the transfer portal as key to a quick turnaround, following Indiana's blueprint. – Photo by Zach D. Bearden/UNT Athletics

How Morris Can Follow Indiana's Portal Blueprint at OSU — North Texas head coach Eric Morris watches from the sideline during the Mean Green's 49-42 loss to Texas State in the First Responders Bowl on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas. Morris was hired as Oklahoma State's head coach three days later and has emphasized the transfer portal as key to a quick turnaround, following Indiana's blueprint. – Photo by Zach D. Bearden/UNT Athletics

During his introductory press conference, Eric Morris addressed the question swirling through the minds of Oklahoma State fans.

Morris left no doubt when outlining his blueprint for a quick turnaround. In doing so, he highlighted one paramount element — the transfer portal. And to prove his point, he shed light on Indiana's football revitalization under second-year coach Curt Cignetti.

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