The chances a newcomer — especially a freshman — makes an impact upon arrival in college football these days given how old the sport has gotten is pretty darn slim. Fifth and sixth year players are routinely appearing on rosters and with COVID-year exceptions, the average age of players is getting older and older.
But ya better believe that in Stillwater this season, newbies will be difference-makers.
The Cowboys signed an electric recruiting class with weapons that will probably be so talented they won’t be able to be held off the field. Here are five incoming freshmen who, because of that, I think may wind up carving out roles for themselves in 2022.