Collin Oliver Injury Update: Oklahoma State Football DE Heads to Locker Room vs. Arkansas

Oklahoma State Defensive End Collin Oliver Leaves Game With Apparent Knee Injury

Oklahoma State defensive end Collin Oliver was forced to leave the game against Arkansas in the first quarter with an apparent knee injury. Oliver went down after attempting to tackle Arkansas running back Raheim Sanders and immediately grabbed his right knee. He was helped off the field by trainers and went to the locker room for further evaluation.

Oliver's Injury Could Be a Major Blow to Oklahoma State's Defense

Oliver is a key piece of Oklahoma State's defense, starting all 13 games last season and recording 4.5 sacks and 10.5 tackles for loss. If he is forced to miss significant time, it would be a major blow to the Cowboys' defense, which is already without starting linebacker Mason Cobb, who is out with a foot injury.

Oliver's Status for the Rest of the Season is Uncertain

The severity of Oliver's injury is not yet known, but it is possible that he could miss the rest of the season. Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy said after the game that Oliver's injury is "significant" and that he will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the damage.

Cowboys Will Need to Step Up in Oliver's Absence

If Oliver is forced to miss any time, Oklahoma State will need other players to step up in his absence. Redshirt freshman Trace Ford is expected to start in Oliver's place, and he will need to produce if the Cowboys want to continue to be one of the top defenses in the Big 12.

Cowboys Defense Faces Tough Test Against Arkansas

Oklahoma State's defense will face a tough test against Arkansas, which has one of the most potent offenses in the SEC. The Razorbacks are averaging 44.7 points per game this season, and they have a number of talented playmakers, including quarterback KJ Jefferson and running back Raheim Sanders.

Cowboys Will Need to Be at Their Best to Slow Down Arkansas Offense

The Cowboys will need to be at their best to slow down the Arkansas offense, and they will need to get a big game from their defense, even without Oliver. If they can do that, they will have a good chance of winning the game and improving to 2-0 on the season.