Oklahoma State sophomore tight end Josh Ford has officially entered the NCAA transfer portal, announcing the decision via Instagram on Wednesday.
A 6‑foot‑6 Stillwater native, Ford came in as a hometown product and was seen as a growing piece in the Cowboys’ offense. Over his time in Stillwater, he posted 13 receptions for 137 yards and two touchdowns.
In his Instagram message, Ford expressed gratitude to the Oklahoma State community, coaching staff, and teammates. He also revealed that he has three years of eligibility remaining and is trusting in his next chapter.
Ford’s portal entry comes during a moment of turbulence within the OSU program. Following the firing of longtime head coach Mike Gundy, Oklahoma State opened a 30‑day window for roster movement, and Ford joins a growing list of Cowboys making changes.
For Oklahoma State, losing Ford means parting ways with one of its more experienced offensive contributors. Though his numbers weren’t gaudy, his size, experience, and local ties made him a meaningful piece in the tight end room. The staff will now have to reallocate targets and reexamine depth at the position.
For Ford himself, the portal gives him the chance to reset. With three years left, he can seek a scheme where his skills are maximized, perhaps in an offense that leans on tight ends more heavily. His background as a local and his experience in a Power Four league should generate interest.
In the broader Big 12 landscape, this move is a reminder of how transfer windows and coaching changes ripple through rosters quickly. Talent that seems locked in one season can be mobile the next. Ford’s departure adds to the narrative of flux across the league, and it’s one to watch as he lands and adjusts to life beyond Stillwater.
