Wyatt Young Scouting Report: An All-Big 12 Caliber Talent

Oklahoma State Cowboys fans have reason for optimism heading into the upcoming season with the addition of wide receiver Wyatt Young from North Texas.

The 6'0", 195-pound junior brings proven production, scheme familiarity, and big-play ability to head coach Eric Morris’ offense.

With two years of eligibility remaining, Young is expected to immediately address a key need at the position for the Pokes.

Physical Profile & Measurables

Young measures in at a solid 6'0" and 195 pounds, giving him a well-balanced frame for a wide receiver.

He possesses the length and strength to compete against Power Four cornerbacks while maintaining the quickness and agility to create separation.

His build supports both contested catches in traffic and the ability to absorb hits after the catch without losing speed.

Coming out of Katy Tompkins High School in Katy, Texas, Young developed a reputation as a polished prospect with strong football IQ and work ethic.

2025 Season Breakdown at North Texas

Young exploded onto the national scene in 2025 under Eric Morris at North Texas, posting eye-popping numbers that ranked among the best in the FBS. He hauled in 70 receptions for 1,264 yards (3rd nationally) and 10 touchdowns (12th nationally), averaging an impressive 18.1 yards per catch.

These stats highlight his ability to produce in volume while maintaining efficiency. Young wasn’t just a slot specialist, he served as a true downfield threat who forced defenses to account for him on every snap in Morris’ tempo-based, vertical system.

Scouting & Playstyle Analysis

Explosiveness & Deep Threat: Young profiles as a legitimate deep-threat weapon. His combination of speed and long stride allows him to stretch the field, making him a constant threat to take the top off a defense.

Yards After Catch (YAC): One of his strongest traits is his physicality and vision once the ball is in his hands. He consistently turns short and intermediate passes into explosive gains, breaking tackles and accelerating in open space.

Route Running: Evaluators note that while highly productive, Young is still refining certain aspects of his route tree and can occasionally be stiff out of breaks. However, his football intelligence and feel for finding soft spots in zone coverage make him highly effective right now.

Continued polishing of releases and stem work will only increase his ceiling against Power Four secondaries.

Seamless System Fit and Transfer Story

The fit with Oklahoma State could not be more natural. Having already thrived in Eric Morris’ offensive system at North Texas, Young arrives with a master-level grasp of the playbook, terminology, and concepts.

This familiarity should allow him to contribute immediately without the typical adjustment period.A highly coveted four-star transfer ranked among the top 10 wide receivers in the portal, Young drew interest from programs like Louisville and Michigan.

Ultimately, he chose to shut down his recruitment and reunite with Morris, offensive coordinator Sean Brophy, and former teammates. The decision came together quickly once a group chat with fellow transfers lit up.

“We set up a group chat, and we started talking to one another, and Drew ended up committing first, and right when I got that phone call, I knew it was time to go ahead and commit,” Young explained in an interview with OkState Athletics.

“We were all open and honest... Coach [Eric] Morris, [Patrick] Cobbs and [Sean] Brophy, they're our guys. We love them, and there's no other coaches we would wanna be with.”

Young has spoken glowingly about his early impressions of Stillwater and the Oklahoma State program.

“I love it here. Everybody is so welcoming and just nice, helping me around, find my way around campus, different classes and everything. It's just been great,” he said.

He also emphasized how the familiarity made the transition smooth: “It's very familiar, so it's very comfortable coming here. Knowing some of the guys on the team already, knowing the coaching staff, knowing what I'm getting into and the type of people they are... I wouldn't want anyone else to coach me, honestly.”

Growth, Leadership, and Power Four Ambition

Young has already shown significant development in his game.

Reflecting on his jump from freshman to sophomore year, he noted, “That jump I made was big for me, personally. The time I took in the springtime to get my feet right, get my head right, being able to know where Drew [Mestemaker] wants me at... Use different releases on top of the routes... Communication like that and knowledge of the sport really took my game to the next level.”

Now at a new program, he understands the challenge of earning a leadership role.

“It's a challenge just because there's no team camaraderie yet,” Young said.

“People don't really know you, so you have to stick out like a sore thumb at first, really throw yourself out there until guys trust you... Show them I'm a dog, show them I have to work and gain their respect first.”

At his core, Young has always harbored Power Four dreams. “I've always had the drive to be at this level. As a kid... I went to [Texas] A&M games growing up all the time. I've always wanted to be on that field; I've always wanted to be that guy,” he shared.

“I never knew how realistic it would be, but now, I know I can do it. I'm that guy. I'm the one that they look up to. So it's exciting to be here in this position.”

Outlook for Oklahoma State

Wyatt Young represents more than statistics. He brings production, scheme mastery, toughness, and the right mentality to elevate Oklahoma State’s passing attack.

If he continues sharpening his route running while capitalizing on his explosiveness and YAC ability, he possesses legitimate All-Big 12 upside and could develop into one of the conference’s most dangerous receivers.

For the Cowboys, the reunion with Morris’ staff and Young’s commitment look like a high-upside move that should deliver immediate dividends in 2026 and beyond.