Was the Timing Right? Oklahoma State’s Firing of Mike Gundy Sparks Transfer Portal Chaos
The debate around Mike Gundy’s recent firing from Oklahoma State isn’t just about whether it was the right move to be let go—it’s about when it happened. With Gundy now out and a $15 million buyout heading his way, the ripple effects of his departure are hitting the program hard, and fast.
Why? Because under new NCAA rules tied to the evolving landscape of NIL and player mobility, the dismissal of a head coach automatically triggers a 30-day transfer window for players.