STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy believes his defense has the goods to support the team's well-known offensive firepower.

The Cowboys return the key offensive players from last year's 10-3 squad that won the Alamo Bowl. Quarterback Mason Rudolph and receivers James Washington and Jalen McCleskey are national honors candidates, and running back Justice Hill was the conference Newcomer of the Year last season.

The defense hopes to make some noise this season, too, and possibly propel the Cowboys to the Big 12 title and a slot in the College Football Playoff. Gundy said th...