I agree, especially since Michigan is now in the mix and teams like Houston and the BEast champ will be taking up spots we deserve.
A win over OU would mostly redeem the season. If you had told any OSU fan before the season that we'd win the Big 12, beat OU and go 11-1, we'd take it. It's only because we had such prime position to play for the MNC that it feels slightly disappointing.
The Bowls love their established brands. Once Michigan had a decent enough resume, they were in. And really, OSU needs to earn it. There's no reason to lose to OU. I'm with you on the circumstances around the ISU loss. It was a fluke and it cost you your shot, but beating OU, winning the Big 1x, and winning the Fiesta is a hell of a season