WATCH: The play John Mateer injured his hand vs. Auburn
OU quarterback John Mateer is expected to miss some time this season after suffering a hand injury against Auburn on Saturday.
The university confirmed the news on Tuesday, as Mateer will undergo surgery on Wednesday in Los Angeles. It’s expected that Mateer could miss three or more weeks.
Mateer injured his throwing hand in the first quarter of Saturday’s game, but still finished the game. He went 24 of 36 for 271 yards and one touchdown, helping the Sooners beat the Tigers with a fourth-quarter game-winning drive.
Below is the play in which the injury occurred, where it appears Mateer hits his hand on an Auburn defender’s helmet.
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Despite the injury, Mateer finished the game, completing 11 consecutive passes to help the Sooners win.
With Mateer missing some time this season, sophomore Michael Hawkins Jr. will start for the Sooners against Kent State on Oct. 4. Mateer’s availability for the Texas game on Oct. 11 is currently unknown.
“We have all the confidence in the world in Michael and are excited for his opportunity to lead our offense while John recovers,” coach Brent Venables said in a statement. “He had some big moments for us last season as a true freshman and has just gotten better and better. I’m proud of the work Michael’s put in and the progress he’s made, and know he will attack this opportunity to help lead our football team.”
Stay tuned to SoonerScoop.com as this story develops.
