New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy remains cool, even as the pressure rises.

Perhaps that's because before his Cowboys finished 3-9 last season, he reached a rare level of consistency, posting winning records every year from 2006 to 2023. Gundy's outsized personality is only eclipsed by his overall record of 169-88 in 20 seasons.

The 58-year-old Gundy this year has a team returning just one starter on offense and three on defense, which could be good or bad depending on perspective. Most of the 60-plus newcomers are experienced transfers. He also overhauled his coaching staff, hiring new offensive and defensive coordinators.

"I'm not concerned," Gundy said. "There are a bunch of guys running around and making plays, ...