Falcons OC Zac Robinson Expected Top Candidate For Oklahoma State Head Coach

Zac Robinson, currently the Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator, has emerged as a leading candidate for the head coaching position at Oklahoma State following the dismissal of long-time coach Mike Gundy. Robinson, a former quarterback at Oklahoma State under Gundy, is on a "very short list" of candidates, though no contact has yet been made between him and the university as part of their official search process. Despite the Falcons' offense struggling early in the NFL season and criticism of Robinson's playcalling, he could face the challenge of balancing dual roles if hired, as December is a critical recruiting period for college programs while the NFL season is ongoing. This scenario, while difficult, has precedent, such as Charlie Weis managing similar responsibilities when transitioning to Notre Dame in 2004. Oklahoma State has enlisted a search firm to aid in selecting Gundy's replacement, and Robinson has received public support from former OSU teammate Dez Bryant. If Robinson accepts the job, he is expected to remain with the Falcons through the end of the NFL season before fully transitioning to the collegiate role.