Brent Venables addresses John Mateer's interception issues against New Mexico
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Brent Venables commented on the struggles of quarterback John Mateer during the Oklahoma Sooners' matchup against the New Mexico Lobos on September 21, 2026. Mateer threw two interceptions, with the second stemming from a mental error by running back Xavier Robinson. Oklahoma's offense was limited to under 300 yards and averaged 1.9 yards per carry, turning the ball over three times overall. Despite a strong defensive performance, holding New Mexico to six points, the Sooners will face tougher competition ahead as they prepare to play the Georgia Bulldogs next week.
- •Oklahoma totaled under 300 yards of offense against New Mexico.
- •John Mateer threw two interceptions in the game.
- •Mental errors contributed to the turnovers for the Sooners.
- •Oklahoma's defense held New Mexico to just six points.
- •The Sooners will next face the Georgia Bulldogs.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Brent Venables explains the main issue on John Mateer's second INT
"Brent Venables says a mentor error by Xavier Robinson led to John Mateer's second interception.
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