When Brandon Rawls walked onto the Oklahoma State practice field this spring, he carried more than just the hopes of a newcomer, he carried a chip. After starring at Saginaw Valley State in Division II, Rawls transferred to Stillwater with something to prove: that the jump in competition would only sharpen him, not slow him down.
A Crucible in Spring
"“The first day … with pads … was definitely a little nervous,” But he also remembers something every Cowboys coach told him: “From the film we’ve seen, you can play here.” "
Rawls admitted the early days of spring ball brought nerves.