Chris Doering praises John Mateer ahead of 2026 season

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.

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