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Oklahoma Sooners QB John Mateer is showing empathy with the fan base, but there’s no way they want to hear it

The Oklahoma Sooners need better play from quarterback John Mateer, and he knows it too. The Oklahoma Sooners are right back in the same position they were last year, and this time it could be even worse.

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Oklahoma GM Jim Nagy's Offseason Decisions Now Under the Microscope

The obvious must be acknowledged: Oklahoma’s opportunity for a major in-season reset has passed. If the Sooners are going to develop an offense capable of scoring enough to complement an elite defense, it will require better coaching from Brent Venables and Ben Arbuckle — and better play from John Mateer.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 21

Oklahoma's Revamped TE Room Has Been Silver Lining Amid Offensive Woes

Oklahoma’s offensive struggles in its last two games have looked all too familiar. The blocking has been bad. Quarterback John Mateer has been inaccurate.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 20

Oklahoma Tumbles Out of AP Poll Following Victory Over New Mexico

Oklahoma won on Saturday night, but the Sooners’ vulnerabilities were on full display. Following the 14-6 victory, OU dropped out of the AP Poll. Brent Venables’ team tumbled from No.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 20

Oklahoma's Defense is Back in a Familiar Spot in the Brent Venables Era

The entirety of the 2026 season rests on the shoulders of Oklahoma’s defense. Ben Arbuckle’s unit put out another incompetent display in Saturday’s 14-6

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 20

After an Offseason of Talk, the Oklahoma Run Game Has Yet to Reveal Itself

“Talking season” can become a pejorative when the finished product demands even more talking. Oklahoma scraped past New Mexico, 14–6, and in the process confirmed an uncomfortable truth: the running game the Sooners made an offseason priority is on life support.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 19

Which Under the Radar Sooners Could Star Against New Mexico?

Can a team’s leading receiver fly under the radar? Rocky Beers leads the Sooners with eight catches and 137 yards through two games. But Beers will need to step up again this week and do even more because the Sooners’ second-leading receiver, Trell Harris, is out for the foreseeable future with a significant injury.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 19

What X-Factors Could Shape No. 24 Oklahoma's Contest Against New Mexico?

It seems ridiculous to say, but after his latest disappointment in Ann Arbor, OU quarterback John Mateer has even seen calls for backup Whitt Newbauer’s call-up to the QB1 job.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 18

New Faces and Old Reliable: Three Bold Predictions for Oklahoma-New Mexico

Oklahoma tries to turn the page Saturday when the No. 24 Sooners take on New Mexico at 6:30 p.m. at Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. There are plenty of questions in this matchup for the Sooners.

College Football News / College Football News / September 18

Oklahoma vs New Mexico Prediction: The Sooners' Dangerous Gut Check Game

There’s absolutely no time for Oklahoma (1-1) to sulk. It has a brutal run of SEC games coming up starting next week, and after the 17-10 loss at Michigan, it can reasonably afford just one more loss if it wants to get back to the College Football Playoff.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 18

Three Oklahoma Players Who Need a Strong Performance Against New Mexico

The Sooners have one more chance to get things right before SEC play begins. No. 24 Oklahoma (1-1) hosts New Mexico (2-0) on Saturday (6:30 p.m., ESPN2), needing an improved showing from the offense ahead of next week’s trip to No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 18

Oklahoma's One Big Thing is to Pick an Offensive Identity and Fast Against New Mexico

Oklahoma is short on time. Following last week’s disappointing loss to Michigan, the Sooners have to work out any offensive kinks immediately. Georgia looms on the horizon, with a battle against Texas two Saturdays after that. If the rankings froze today, that chalks up to a road battle against the No.

Jayden Jackson News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 17

Jayden Jackson Thinks Oklahoma Just Needs to 'Do Their Job' on Defense

Oklahoma has a defensive issue. A unit that has surrendered 17 total points in two games — with seven of those points coming from a John Mateer interception returned inside the 5-yard line — can't escape criticism.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 17

How Oklahoma Can 'Alleviate Some Stress' by Running 12 Personnel

Oklahoma has the personnel in its tight end room to make the position group a strength. But in the Sooners’ 17-10 loss to Michigan on Saturday, the Sooners didn’t take advantage of their big-bodied athletes often enough.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 17

No Rest for the Weary: Oklahoma Must Rebound Quickly With Daunting Stretch Ahead

Brent Venables doesn’t need a reminder about what lies ahead for Oklahoma. “I know what’s down the road,” Venables said, “and so do our guys.” Following Saturday’s matchup against New Mexico the 24th-ranked Sooners will take on Georgia and Texas in back-to-back matchups.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / September 16

Oklahoma Sooners legend Baker Mayfield has to be hilariously hating what his alma mater just made him do

Oklahoma Sooners former quarterback Baker Mayfield showed up to his media availability with the Buccaneers wearing a Michigan shirt. The Oklahoma Sooners are looking to get back on track this week against New Mexico.

New Mexico HC Jason Eck may have just slipped up when talking about the Oklahoma Sooners and their offense

The Oklahoma Sooners are ready to get their offense back on track this weekend against the New Mexico Lobos. The Oklahoma Sooners were embarrassed by Michigan last week.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 15

Tough Blow for Oklahoma as Brent Venables Announces Unfortunate Injury News

Trell Harris went down hard in the first half against Michigan, got up, and even made it back onto the field before the day was over. That toughness didn’t change what came next.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 14

Is Oklahoma In Panic Mode Right Now?

Oklahoma might be in serious trouble. The Sooners entered this season ranked No. 10 in the country with legitimate College Football Playoff expectations.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 14

'Terrible': Paul Finebaum Blasts Oklahoma’s $63M Brent Venables Decision, Says Sooners’ Season Could Be Over in October

Oklahoma’s 17-10 road stumble at Michigan did a lot more than just give the Sooners an early loss. It immediately put head coach Brent Venables under the microscope and raised sharp questions about the school’s massive offseason commitment to him.

John Mateer News / Yardbarker / September 14

Oklahoma's John Mateer has bizarre excuse for loss to Michigan

Oklahoma's John Mateer has bizarre excuse for tough loss to Michigan

The Oklahoma Sooners couldn't get much going in an ugly 17-10 loss to Michigan.

Oklahoma's stumble against Michigan foreshadows ugly times ahead

Michigan gets signature win with Oklahoma upset, but big Bryce Underwood questions remain

Oregon in deep trouble after historic upset loss to Oklahoma State

Oklahoma State coach had the best comment after upsetting Oregon

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 12

Michigan gets signature win, but big QB questions remain

Michigan gets signature win with Oklahoma upset, but big Bryce Underwood questions remain

At some point, Underwood is going to have to make some plays with his arm. Michigan doesn't seem to trust that he can (or will).

Gunner Stockton throws five TDs as No. 2 Georgia crushes Western Kentucky

Charlie Becker scores three TDs in No. 5 Indiana's rout of Howard

No. 10 Texas A&M forces three late turnovers in win over Arizona State

Rocco Becht, No. 16 Penn State topple Temple

Virginia Tech gains measure of revenge, blows out Old Dominion

Oklahoma Sooners News / Viral Sports News / September 6

Former Oklahoma Sooners Star Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Oklahoma Sooners tight end Brayden Willis is looking for work again. The San Francisco 49ers waived the 26-year-old on Saturday to promote long

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 4

Oklahoma AG calls court ruling a ‘slap in the face’ to college sports

The LSU Tigers are set to add Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris to their rosters after the two spent nearly the entire summer on NFL rosters while also being in training camps.

Joel Klatt says the truth about Lane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers

Five biggest questions for Week 1 of the college football season

Top four games to watch in Week 1 of 2026 college football season

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

Oklahoma Sooners News / Yardbarker / August 20