If you’re not the biggest follower of Oklahoma State football, you’re probably wondering what “CW” stands for. That’s actually the Cowboy back position that Mike Gundy created as a hybrid run-blocking, pass-catching tight end/fullback hybrid. It’s one of the more unique positions at the collegiate level and Jelani Woods has done a fantastic job molding into a special player there.
Woods spent time as a backup at Cowboy back a year ago and finished the season with seven catches for 120 yards, which wasn’t exactly a breakout year, but he had room to grow.
If you’re wondering why an athlete with Woods’ 6-foot-7 frame hasn’t broken out at this position yet, it’s because he came to Stillwater as a quarterback prospect and has been transitioning. He is new to the Cowboy back role, but it fits him much better and he’s looked at as one of the top “tight ends” in the Big 12 heading into 2019.
Woods had a strong spring and may have separated himself as the No. 1 option at the position which could mean his role in the offense is going to grow tremendously.
A 6-foot-7 target is going to be a quarterback’s best friend in the red zone and I can already tell you’ll be hearing a lot from Woods this season.
