Chris Doering praises John Mateer ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
SEC Network analyst Chris Doering expressed confidence in Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer for the 2026 season. Ranking him second among SEC quarterbacks, Doering noted Mateer’s potential as a Heisman hopeful if he remains healthy. After a tough 2025 season marred by injury, Oklahoma has worked to better support Mateer this offseason. The Sooners' strategy involves improving the run game and offensive line to reduce Mateer's need to make plays alone. Kickoff is less than a month away, providing an early test of this revamped offense.
- •John Mateer is ranked second among SEC quarterbacks by Chris Doering.
- •SEC Network analyst praises Mateer's leadership and talents.
- •Mateer faced challenges last season due to injury.
- •Oklahoma aims to improve support around Mateer for 2026.
- •Season kickoff approaches in less than a month.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — SEC Network analyst confident in John Mateer this year
"Chris Doering of SEC Network is confident in John Mateer this season.
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