TheOklahoma Soonersmade the College Football Playoff in 2025, and they finished the season with an overall record of 10-3 after their first-round CFP exit. Then, the playing season gave way to the offseason in Norman, with head coach Brent Venables and general manager Jim Nagy tasked withputting together a rosterthat can go even farther in 2026.
In the current era of college football, there are essentially three main ways that you can lose players from your roster. First, every team loses players that have exhausted their collegiate eligibility. These players may go pro, or they may decide that their playing days are over, but they can't play college ball anywhere next season.
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Secondly, teams can lose players who forgo the rest of their college eligibility and enter the NFL Draft early. After three college seasons, all players are eligible to take this route. Thirdly, teams lose players to the NCAA's transfer portal. Unlike in previous years, there is only one transfer portal window for 2026, and it ended in mid-January. Players that enter the portal are eligible to play at the new school they choose immediately.
However, there are two main ways that teams can add players to their roster. The first is high school recruiting, signing players onto your roster as true freshmen, and giving them a start to their college careers. The other way to add players is via the transfer portal. Just as you lose players to the portal, you can replace them with new ones and continue building your roster.
With roster construction basically set across the country, the Sooners are no exception. We essentially know what the roster will look like this fall, at least for the most part. Last year, Oklahoma had 111 players on the roster at the beginning of the regular season, and with most of the losing and adding players portion of this offseason already over, it's time to track what OU has gained, and what they've had to replace. We'll be going position-by-position, taking a look at how Oklahoma's new roster is shaping up.
Be sure to check back here throughout the offseason, as we'll be updating this list each time there's new roster moves, up until Week 1 of the 2026 season.
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Updated Oct. 8 at 1:35 p.m. CT.
Quarterback
Oct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) passes against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
Outgoing:
Michael Hawkins Jr. (transfer portal)
Returning:
John Mateer
Jett Niu
Whitt Newbauer
Incoming:
Bowe Bentley (true freshman)
Running Back
Nov 1, 2025; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma Sooners running back Xavier Robinson (24) runs the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images
Outgoing:
Jaydn Ott (exhausted eligibility)
Jovantae Barnes (transfer portal)
Taylor Tatum (transfer portal) (Michigan Baseball)
Returning:
Tory Blaylock
Xavier Robinson
Andy Bass
Gabe Sawchuk
Incoming:
Jonathan Hatton Jr. (true freshman)
DeZephen Walker (true freshman)
Lloyd Avant (transfer portal)
Ben McCreary (transfer portal)
Wide Receiver
Nov 29, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Isaiah Sategna III (5) makes a touchdown catch during the fourth quarter against the Louisiana State Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Outgoing:
Deion Burks (exhausted eligibility)
Keontez Lewis (exhausted eligibility)
Major Melson (exhausted eligibility)
Jayden Gibson (transfer portal)
Zion Kearney (transfer portal)
Javonnie Gibson (transfer portal)
Zion Ragins (transfer portal)
Josiah Martin (transfer portal)
KJ Daniels (transfer portal)
Jakeb Snyder (transfer portal)
Jahsiear Rogers (dismissed from team)
Returning:
Isaiah Sategna III
Elijah Thomas
Manny Choice
Ivan Carreon
Jer'Michael Carter
Trey Brown
Jacob Jordan
Eli Merck
Incoming:
Daniel Odom (true freshman)
Xavier Okwufulueze (true freshman)
Jayden Petit (true freshman)
Trell Harris (transfer portal)
Parker Livingstone (transfer portal)
Mackenzie Alleyne (transfer portal)
Tight End
Florida tight end Hayden Hansen (89) runs against Florida State during the first half of an NCAA football game at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 29, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
Outgoing:
Jaren Kanak (exhausted eligibility)
Will Huggins (exhausted eligibility)
Kaden Helms (transfer portal)
Carson Kent (transfer portal)
Returning:
Kade McIntyre
Trynae Washington
John Locke Jr.
CJ Nickson (switched positions from DL)
Incoming:
Ryder Mix (true freshman)
Tyler Ruxer (true freshman)
Hayden Hansen (transfer portal)
Rocky Beers (transfer portal)
Jack Van Dorselaer (transfer portal)
Offensive Line
Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman Heath Ozaeta (77) and offensive lineman Michael Fasusi (56) line up during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Ole Miss Rebels at Gaylord Family Ð Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. Ole Miss won 34-26.
Outgoing:
Febechi Nwaiwu (exhausted eligibility)
Derek Simmons (exhausted eligibility)
Troy Everett (transfer portal)
Logan Howland (transfer portal)
Isaiah Dent (transfer portal)
Jacob Sexton (transfer portal)
Luke Baklenko (transfer portal)
Jake Taylor (transfer portal)
Returning:
Eddy Pierre-Louis
Michael Fasusi
Gunnar Allen
Sean Hutton
Ace Hodges (switched positions from DL)
Owen Hollenbeck
Jake Maikkula
Ryan Fodje
Darius Afalava
Daniel Akinkunmi
Heath Ozaeta
Incoming:
Noah Best (true freshman)
Deacon Schmitt (true freshman)
Caleb Nitta (transfer portal)
E'Marion Harris (transfer portal)
Kenneth Wermy (transfer portal)
Peyton Joseph (transfer portal)
Fred Hinton (transfer portal)
Defensive Line
Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Jayden Jackson (65) tackles Auburn Tigers quarterback Jackson Arnold (11) during the first half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Outgoing:
R Mason Thomas (exhausted eligibility)
Damonic Williams (exhausted eligibility)
Gracen Halton (exhausted eligibility)
Marvin Jones Jr. (exhausted eligibility)
Siolaa Lolohea (transfer portal)
Markus Strong (transfer portal)
David Rowaiye (no longer on team)
Returning:
David Stone
Nigel Smith II
Alex Shieldnight
Danny Okoye
Adepoju Adebawore
Wyatt Gilmore
Taylor Wein
Jayden Jackson
Bergin Kysar
Trent Wilson
Jacob Henry
Incoming:
James Carrington (true freshman)
Brian Harris (true freshman)
Jake Kreul (true freshman)
Matthew Nelson (true freshman)
Daniel Norman (true freshman)
Kenny Ozowalu (transfer portal)
Bishop Thomas (transfer portal)
Danny Saili (transfer portal)
Braxton Fely (transfer portal)
Linebacker
Nov 1, 2025; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kip Lewis (10) celebrates after defeating the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images
Outgoing:
Kendal Daniels (exhausted eligibility)
Sammy Omosigho (transfer portal)
Kobie McKinzie (transfer portal)
Returning:
Kip Lewis
Taylor Heim
Elgee Webster
Marcus James
Owen Heinecke
Barrett Travis
James Nesta
Incoming:
Dane Bathurst (true freshman)
Jacob Curry (true freshman)
Beau Jandreau (true freshman)
Kristan Moore (true freshman)
Cole Sullivan (transfer portal)
Jaydon Southard (transfer portal)
Defensive Back
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive back Peyton Bowen (22) tackles Illinois State Redbirds tight end Javon Charles (85) during the first half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Outgoing:
Robert Spears-Jennings (exhausted eligibility)
Jaydan Hardy (transfer portal)
Gentry Williams (transfer portal)
Devon Jordan (transfer portal)
Kendel Dolby (transfer portal)
Marcus Wimberly (transfer portal)
Maliek Hawkins (transfer portal)
Returning:
Omarion Robinson
Courtland Guillory
Reggie Powers III
Trystan Haynes
Jacobe Johnson
Casen Calmus
Jeremiah Newcombe
Peyton Bowen
Eli Bowen
Michael Boganowski
Preston Mickens
Reed DeQuasie
Incoming:
Markel Ford (true freshman)
Niko Jandreau (true freshman)
Derrick Johnson II (true freshman)
Lebron Bauer (true freshman)
Dakoda Fields (transfer portal)
Prince Ijioma (transfer portal)
D'Yoni Hill (transfer portal)
Kicker
Oklahoma's Tate Sandell watches as he makes a field goal during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday,Sept. 20, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-17.
Outgoing:
Austin Welch (exhausted eligibility)
Returning:
Tate Sandell
Preston Tarpley
Liam Evans
Incoming:
Trace Rudd (true freshman)
Punter
Oklahoma Sooners punter Grayson Miller (43) punts during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family Ð Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025. Oklahoma won 17-6.
Returning:
Grayson Miller
Jacob Ulrich
Long Snapper
Oklahoma Sooners kicker Tate Sandell (29) celebrates with Oklahoma Sooners long snapper Ben Anderson (49) after a field goal in the first half of the Red River Rivalry college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorn at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025.
Returning:
Ben Anderson
Seth Freeman
Sep 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) reacts against the Temple Owls in the second half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
(Kyle Ross, Kyle Ross-Imagn Images)
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) points toward the Oklahoma section after a fourth quarter touchdown during a college football game between Tennessee and Oklahoma in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Nov. 1, 2025.
(Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel, Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scores a touchdown in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
(Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)
Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates with teammates after the game against the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first half against the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates with head coach Brent Venables after the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scores a touchdown in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Mem. Stadiu. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
(Nelson Chenault, Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images)
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws a pass during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Ole Miss Rebels at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. Ole Miss won 34-26.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) is interviewed after the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) dives past Auburn Tigers safety Kaleb Harris (8) to score a touchdown during the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) warms up before the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates with Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Marvin Jones Jr. (97) and Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman Derek Simmons (66) after a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the LSU Tigers at Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025. Oklahoma won 17-13.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Oklahoma's John Mateer (10) greets fans as the arrive before the college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooner and the University of Michigan Wolverines at the Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.
(SARAH PHIPPS/THE OKLAHOMAN, SARAH PHIPPS/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) reacts after the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates with fans after a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-13.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Nov 1, 2025; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scrambles with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second quarter at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images
(Randy Sartin, Randy Sartin-Imagn Images)
Nov 29, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Sep 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) warms up with teammates before the game against the Temple Owls at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
(Kyle Ross, Kyle Ross-Imagn Images)
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws a pass during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Oct 4, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) laughs before the game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Oct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) passes against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
(Jeff Blake, Jeff Blake-Imagn Images)
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) walks with his team before the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the CFP National Playoff First Round at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
(Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates after a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-13.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Oct 11, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first quarter against the Texas Longhorns at the Cotton Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Nov 29, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the game against the Louisiana State Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scores a touchdown past Illinois State Redbirds defensive back La'Shavion Brown (4) during the first half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) looks to make a pass in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
(Nelson Chenault, Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images)
Nov 22, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) warms up before the game against the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Nov 22, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first quarter against the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Nov 15, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma Sooners at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images
(David Leong, David Leong-Imagn Images)
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) looks on prior to a game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
(Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)
Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scores a touchdown past Michigan Wolverines defensive back Jyaire Hill (20) and Michigan Wolverines defensive back TJ Metcalf (7) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
Nov 22, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) runs with the ball as Missouri Tigers safety Santana Banner (15) defends during the second quarter at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) reacts against the Temple Owls in the second half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
(Kyle Ross, Kyle Ross-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) reacts against the Temple Owls in the second half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) points toward the Oklahoma section after a fourth quarter touchdown during a college football game between Tennessee and Oklahoma in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Nov. 1, 2025.
(Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel, Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scores a touchdown in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
(Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates with teammates after the game against the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first half against the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates with head coach Brent Venables after the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scores a touchdown in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Mem. Stadiu. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
(Nelson Chenault, Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws a pass during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Ole Miss Rebels at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. Ole Miss won 34-26.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) is interviewed after the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) dives past Auburn Tigers safety Kaleb Harris (8) to score a touchdown during the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) warms up before the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates with Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Marvin Jones Jr. (97) and Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman Derek Simmons (66) after a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the LSU Tigers at Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025. Oklahoma won 17-13.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oklahoma's John Mateer (10) greets fans as the arrive before the college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooner and the University of Michigan Wolverines at the Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.
(SARAH PHIPPS/THE OKLAHOMAN, SARAH PHIPPS/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) reacts after the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates with fans after a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-13.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Nov 1, 2025; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scrambles with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second quarter at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images
(Randy Sartin, Randy Sartin-Imagn Images)
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John Mateer predicted to be 'much better' in 2026
Nov 29, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) warms up with teammates before the game against the Temple Owls at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
(Kyle Ross, Kyle Ross-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws a pass during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oct 4, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) laughs before the game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) passes against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
(Jeff Blake, Jeff Blake-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) walks with his team before the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the CFP National Playoff First Round at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
(Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)
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5 games critical to the Oklahoma Sooners 2026 aspirations
Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates after a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-13.
(BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN, BRYAN TERRY/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Oct 11, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first quarter against the Texas Longhorns at the Cotton Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Nov 29, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the game against the Louisiana State Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scores a touchdown past Illinois State Redbirds defensive back La'Shavion Brown (4) during the first half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) looks to make a pass in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
(Nelson Chenault, Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Nov 22, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) warms up before the game against the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Nov 22, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first quarter against the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Nov 15, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma Sooners at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images
(David Leong, David Leong-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) looks on prior to a game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
(Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) scores a touchdown past Michigan Wolverines defensive back Jyaire Hill (20) and Michigan Wolverines defensive back TJ Metcalf (7) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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Photos of Oklahoma QB John Mateer in year one with the Sooners
Nov 22, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) runs with the ball as Missouri Tigers safety Santana Banner (15) defends during the second quarter at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
(Kevin Jairaj, Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)
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