John Mateer’ s season hit a snag 2 weeks ago against Auburn when he injured his throwing hand and required surgery. That’s why missing the Kent State game was a given, but Oklahoma fans were anxiously watching the calendar, wondering if he’d be ready for the Red River Rivalry showdown against Texas. And why not? Before the setback, Mateer was lighting up the field and making a serious case for the Heisman Trophy. In 4 games, the Washington State transfer had rushed for a TD in every start while throwing for 1,215 yards. But now, with questions swirling, Brent Venables finally put fans at ease with a definitive update on his QB.

With the October 12 showdown looming, Brent Venables offered a subtle hint about Mateer’s status. After John Mateer went down with an injury, sophomore Michael

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