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Spring practice is underway at a few schools across the country. In just a few days, almost every program will be in full swing. It's the latest step

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ESPN unveils pre-spring Power 4 college football quarterback ranking from No. 1 to 68

It’s no secret that OU relied on John Mateer for the majority of its offensive production in 2025.   The Oklahoma quarterback accounted for 3,316 of

Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) runs the ball for a touchdown in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images



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Should OU rely less on John Mateer in 2026? Breaking down Mateer’s usage vs production

The main focus of the Longhorn program right now, elucidated recently by Steve Sarkisian in his press conference, is team building and getting

LSU landed the No. 1 transfer QB in Sam Leavitt - but will injury hold him back? (Photo: USA Today)

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What is Texas' main challenge in 2026?

After some bumps in the road at quarterback both in recruiting and on the field the 2025 season and 2026 recruiting calendar seemed to find some real

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Oklahoma Football Focus: Quarterback Ready to Star Again for OU?

Here's your latest dose of 10 Things for Tuesday, sponsored by Brent Campbell:  1. I haven’t said anything about this, but the situation involving

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As the chapter closes on the 2025 college football season, teams within the SEC are looking ahead to 2026. It feels like forever since Georgia lifted

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ESPN predicts 2026 starting QB for every SEC team

The Transfer Portal closed Friday, but schools, much less their fans, don't know who's exactly on their teams without a program — or, for our readers

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Way-too-early college football top 25 teams for 2026

After this week's NFL Draft deadline passed, John Mateer's name did not appear on the list of underclassmen to declare. Thursday night, Oklahoma made

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Tony Kornheiser reacts to John Mateer return to Oklahoma: 'No, I'm not surprised'

John Mateer will be returning to Norman for another season at Oklahoma, the program announced on Thursday. Mateer could have declared for the 2026

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Oklahoma announces return of QB John Mateer for 2026 season

Thursday has been about announcements OU football fans have been waiting for. Not about the transfer portal, but about retention.  All month, eyes

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John Mateer, Kip Lewis returning to OU for 2026 season

OUInsider VIP members asked around 80 questions in our mailbag and I will try to get to as many as I can answered here on 2027 recruiting intel and

Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners general manager of football Jim Nagy 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



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OUInsider Mailbag Q&A: Portal Intel on numerous positions, 2026 Roster Strengths & Recruiting Intel on Rivals300 targets

There is just one college football game left this season now that the College Football Playoff semifinals are in the books. So, it's no surprise that

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2026 NFL Draft: Mel Kiper names new No. 1 in Top 10 QB rankings after College Football Playoff semifinals

Only four teams are left with the College Football Playoff semifinals around the corner. For most, their seasons are done, and it's time to turn

2026 NFL Draft: Mel Kiper Top 10 QB rankings see big movement ahead of College Football Playoff Semifinals

With the Sooners season now fully in the rearview mirror it's time to take stock of some things we were thinking int he preseason. Every year

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Fearless 20 Verdict: How Much Did 2025 Surprise Us?

Kirk Herbstreit and Joey Galloway want John Mateer to return to college next year. In the age of the NCAA transfer portal, both agree that he'll run

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Kirk Herbstreit, Joey Galloway reveal what they would do in 2026 if they were John Mateer

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables made it clear where his focus was after the Sooners’ season came to an end against the Alabama Crimson Tide. While

Brent Venables credits leadership of John Mateer after Oklahoma loss to Alabama

The Oklahoma Sooners jumped out to a 17-0 lead against the Alabama Crimson Tide on Friday night. It looked like the Sooners were going to roll in

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John Mateer explains what went wrong on his pick-six vs. Alabama

John Mateer was pressed on his future at Oklahoma after the Sooners lost 34-24 to Alabama in the first round of the College Football Playoff. With

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John Mateer pressed on his future at Oklahoma after loss to Alabama

John Mateer hung his head as the Pride of Oklahoma began to play the OU Chant for the final time in the 2025 season.   He had just come up short, as

Oklahoma's John Mateer (10) reacts following the College Football Playoff game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at the Gaylord Family Ð Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Friday Dec. 19, 2025.



John Mateer unable to carry OU to victory, falls to Alabama in College Football Playoff

Oklahoma football and Alabama have played this game before. The home team moved the ball well but made costly mistakes including missed field goals

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Report Card: Alabama CFP

The 2025 season officially came to an end for No. 8 OU on Friday. The Sooners lost to No. 9 Alabama in the first round of the College Football

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Zabien Brown (2) runs past Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) as he returns an interception for a touchdown during a first-round College Football Playoff game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family Ð Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.



OU vs Alabama game recap: Mateer's pick-6 proves costly in loss

No. 9 Alabama and No. 8 Oklahoma will kick off the College Football Playoff Friday night in Norman. The Sooners have

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College Football Playoff: Greg McElroy stresses need for John Mateer to run the ball vs. Alabama

OU fans, the College Football Playoff is finally here. Go crazy, make a lot of noise and enjoy Friday in Norman.  No. 9 Alabama (10-3) at No. 8 OU

Nov 15, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables celebrates with defensive lineman Gracen Halton (56) after Oklahoma defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide 23-21 at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images



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SoonerScoop game predictions: OU rolls the Crimson Tide again?

In years of doing Under the Hood it's rare that Oklahoma has had had an exact replica to go over in preparing for a highly-ranked matchup. But that's

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Under the Hood: Alabama CFP

For the first time in a long time, John Mateer appears to be practicing without tape on his right hand. Ever since getting surgery, tape has been