STILLWATER, Okla. — Eric Morris is expecting an electric atmosphere at Boone Pickens Stadium on Saturday night when No. 25 Oklahoma State hosts No. 12 Texas Tech.

And with kickoff scheduled for 8:30 p.m. CT, the Cowboys' head coach knows fans will have plenty of time to prepare. During his weekly news conference, Morris expressed excitement about the late kickoff, suggesting the additional hours could help create one of the most energetic home environments of the season.

"I'm really excited about the night kick," Morris said. "I think it gives everybody some time here in Stillwater to get juiced up."

Morris also mentioned discussions about potentially opening the stadium gates earlier than usual. But when the conversation turned toward exactly how Oklahoma State fans might spend those extra hours before kickoff, Morris provided one of the more entertaining moments of the week. Asked jokingly about his beverage preferences, the Cowboys' head coach revealed that he appreciates more than one variety of beer.

"I was a Silver Bullet guy, but then you know I like the Yellow Bellies as well," Morris said.

The comment referenced two popular Coors products, with Silver Bullet commonly associated with Coors Light and Yellow Belly referring to Coors Banquet. Morris' preferences have become a lighthearted topic around the program, particularly after reports that he celebrated Oklahoma State's upset victory over Oregon earlier this season with a Coors Banquet.

However, Morris also made sure to deliver a serious message to fans planning to enjoy Saturday's festivities. He encouraged everyone to celebrate responsibly, pointing to rideshare services and Stillwater's walkability as ways to get home safely.

The message comes ahead of one of Oklahoma State's most anticipated home games of the season. The Cowboys are 6-3 overall and 4-2 in Big 12 play following a 66-28 victory over Kansas State. That performance helped Oklahoma State return to the College Football Playoff rankings Tuesday night for the first time since 2023.

Texas Tech enters the matchup at 8-1 overall and 5-1 in conference play, with both teams looking to strengthen their positions in the Big 12 championship race.While the late kickoff gives fans additional time to build excitement, it also presents a different challenge for Oklahoma State's players.

Morris explained that the coaching staff plans to adjust the team's game-day schedule to prevent players from spending too much time sitting around before kickoff. The Cowboys typically stay at an on-campus hotel before home games, and Morris said the staff will incorporate additional activities throughout Saturday.

Those could include stretching, walkthroughs and film sessions to keep players engaged. The team will also adjust its meal schedule, adding a full sit-down lunch before its pregame meal later in the afternoon. Oklahoma State will face another unusual kickoff time the following week when it travels to Arizona State for a 9:15 p.m. CT matchup on November 21.

For now, Morris is focused on helping his players manage Saturday's extended buildup while encouraging Cowboys fans to create an unforgettable atmosphere. And whether those fans prefer Silver Bullets, Yellow Bellies or something else entirely, his message remains the same.

Enjoy the occasion, bring the energy and make sure everyone gets home safely. No. 25 Oklahoma State hosts No. 12 Texas Tech on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. CT on ESPN.

Source: Yahoo Sports