The University of Oklahoma, head football coach, Brent Venables announced Tuesday that quarterback, John Mateer will undergo surgery Wednesday to address a right-hand injury he sustained in Saturday's win over Auburn.

Coach Venables said the expectation is that Mateer will return to action sometime this season.

"After consulting with medical experts, it became clear that surgery is the best option for John and his short- and long-term future," said Venables. "He's extremely disappointed he will miss some game action but is eager to correct the issue and move forward. As he is with everything, we know he will be aggressive with his rehabilitation and work to return to the field as quickly as possible."

Venables added sophomore Michael Hawkins Jr. will start OU's next game against Kent St

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