Oklahoma faces quarterback controversy after loss to Georgia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 12:03 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Oklahoma football struggled in a Week 4 SEC matchup against Georgia, continuing to draw criticism towards quarterback John Mateer. The Sooners fell behind early, trailing 7-0 after the first quarter and 21-0 at halftime, thanks in part to a critical fumble by Mateer. This performance has prompted questions about whether he should be benched in favor of backups Whitt Newbauer and Bowe Bentley. Offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle expressed confidence in both backups, as the Sooners prepare to face Texas on October 10. There’s speculation that a quarterback competition could be held during Oklahoma’s bye week leading up to the rivalry matchup.
- •Oklahoma lost to Georgia in a Week 4 SEC matchup.
- •Mateer had a key fumble that led to a Georgia touchdown.
- •Backup quarterbacks Newbauer and Bentley are being considered.
- •The Sooners prepare for a pivotal game against Texas next month.
- •Criticism of Mateer has intensified following this recent performance.
- 12:03 AMYahoo Sports — Panic Meter: Is it time for Oklahoma to bench John Mateer for good?
"Oklahoma football hit the road to take on Georgia in a Week 4 SEC showdown that drew a wild take on quarterback John Mateer from a rival coach . Mateer has been vocal about his own disappointments recently and turned in another disappointing performance against the Bulldogs in a losing effort. The Sooners came out flat in Athens, Georgia, falling […] The post Panic Meter: Is it time for Oklahoma to bench John Mateer for good? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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