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OU mailbag: Who is to blame more for offensive issues — Arbuckle or Mateer?

headshotby: George Stoia11/24/25GeorgeStoia
OU football John Mateer and Ben Arbuckle
Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) hugs offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle after the game at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Every week, SoonerScoop.com and On3’s George Stoia will be answering your questions in his weekly OU mailbag. This week, Stoia answers questions about offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle, quarterback John Mateer, and how the Sooners can make the playoffs.

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