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Eric Morris Has Cowboys on Cutting Edge of New College Football Trend Which Powered Indiana’s Playoff Runs

Related Topics: Curt Cignetti, Eric Morris

STILLWATER — The idea of a package deal between head coaches and their best players is starting to emerge in college football.

It’s well documented that Indiana coach Curt Cignetti brought 13 James Madison players over when he made the jump. That group formed a core that sparked Indiana’s shocking rise from the college football basement all the way to the penthouse.

Oklahoma State coach Eric Morris referenced the Hoosiers during his introductory press conference.

“I think there’s definitely a formula to success now,” Morris said when asked about a possible quick turnaround in Stillwater. “And I think we’re seeing that in the parity in college football right now.