Brent Venables supports backup quarterbacks amid struggles of John Mateer

Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables expressed confidence in backup quarterbacks Bowe Bentley and Whitt Newbauer, highlighting their improvement and ability to earn the staff's trust. Starter John Mateer has faced difficulties, including multiple turnovers, contributing to a recent lopsided loss to the Georgia Bulldogs. The upcoming bye week provides an opportunity for all three quarterbacks to refine their skills. Venables emphasized the importance of patience in developing the quarterbacks, suggesting both backups could see more opportunity if Mateer does not improve.

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