Former Oklahoma State football coach Bob Simmons and former athletic director Terry Don Phillips helped transform the trajectory of Cowboy athletics.

In this episode of Bedlam Buds, Ryan Welton and Jeremy Cook discuss Simmons' legacy as the coach who helped pull Oklahoma State football out of a difficult era and laid the groundwork for future success under Les Miles and Mike Gundy.

The conversation includes memories of Simmons' biggest victories, his impact on Bedlam, his reputation as a leader and mentor, and the challenges he faced during his tenure.

Ryan and Jeremy also reflect on the passing of Terry Don Phillips, whose leadership helped elevate Oklahoma State athletics through key hires, facility improvements and fundraising efforts.

Topics include:

• Bob Simmons' impact on Oklahoma State football

• Ending OSU's 19-year losing streak to Oklahoma

• The rise of modern Cowboy football

• Bedlam memories from the 1990s and early 2000s

• Terry Don Phillips' influence on OSU athletics

• The importance of leadership during periods of transition

• Why both men continue to be remembered by Cowboy fans