Norman’s high-stakes quarterback carousel spins as interim play-caller Jason Witten weighs Mateer’s redemption against a youth movement to outmaneuver the Gators’ defense in a critical SEC showdown

OU football coach Brent Venables was asked about who would start for the Sooners at quarterback against Florida on Saturday. Here is what he said.

After Ben Arbuckles firing, Venables wasn't ready to give John Mateer a vote of confidence.

Oklahoma is having a tough season so far, but it appears head coach Brent Venables is set to continue with quarterback John Mateer despite some of his own struggles. Mateer threw for just 44 yards in the first three quarters in Oklahoma’s loss to South Carolina, but he retains the faith of his coach, at least for now, per Matt Zenitz.

Despite stagnant rushing numbers and rising sack counts, the Sooners are doubling down on their veteran signal-caller as they fight for bowl eligibility against a surging Florida defense.

The Oklahoma Sooners made a major change to their offensive staff on Monday, firing offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle. But head coach Brent Venables isn’t giving up on his quarterback. During a press conference, Venables offered his support for John Mateer amid a rough stretch for the Sooners’ offense, though he also said that the team…

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer has struggled lately, and the Sooners fired offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle on Monday.

The Oklahoma Sooners made a significant change to their coaching staff on Monday, but it looks like John Mateer is the starter another week.

OU football coach Brent Venables was asked Monday night if a backup quarterback could provide a spark for the Sooners. He isn't talking about depth charts.