Oklahoma State has appointed Todd Grantham as their new defensive coordinator, marking his return to college football after a stint in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints. Grantham brings a wealth of experience from both college and professional ranks, having worked under notable coaches like Nick Saban. His task will be to revamp a struggling Cowboys defense that ranked poorly in scoring and total defense this past season.

• Todd Grantham has a strong background in defensive coaching at both college and NFL levels.
• Oklahoma State's defense has struggled significantly, ranking 126th in scoring and near the bottom in total defense.
• Grantham's experience includes successful tenures at Florida and Mississippi State, where he demonstrated the ability to create formidable defenses.