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John Mateer injury: Oklahoma coach Brent Venables 'assuming' Sooners QB won't play next week vs. Texas


                        John Mateer injury: Oklahoma coach Brent Venables 'assuming' Sooners QB won't play next week vs. Texas

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer is unlikely to play in the upcoming game against the Texas Longhorns, according to head coach Brent Venables. Mateer is still recovering from a hand surgery he underwent earlier this month. Venables stated that he is "assuming" Mateer will not be available for the Red River Showdown, a crucial matchup between the two rival teams. The coach acknowledged that Mateer's recovery is progressing, but emphasized that the team is preparing as if he will not be able to participate. In Mateer's absence, the Sooners will likely turn to backup quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel or Davis Beville to lead the offense. The team is focused on ensuring a strong performance, regardless of who takes the field, as they look to bounce back from their recent loss and maintain their standing in the Big 12 conference.

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