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Oklahoma’s John Mateer Upgraded to Probable for Red River Rivalry vs. Texas

Doctors will decide near kickoff based on his ability to securely grip the ball.

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Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) throws during the first half against the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Oct 4, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) laughs before the game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Overview

  • SEC availability reports moved Mateer from questionable to probable on Thursday and he remained listed as probable on Friday ahead of the Cotton Bowl matchup.
  • Mateer is roughly 17 days removed from surgery on his right throwing hand after a fracture suffered Sept. 20 against Auburn, and ESPN reporting says he is in line to attempt to play.
  • Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said the Longhorns are planning for Mateer, noting his central role in Oklahoma’s offense, as both teams prepare under lingering uncertainty.
  • If Mateer cannot go, sophomore Michael Hawkins Jr. is expected to start after a 14-of-24, 162-yard, three-touchdown performance in a 44-0 win over Kent State.
  • Betting markets, including FanDuel’s spread near Texas -1 to -1.5, have priced the game as if Mateer will play, with expectations the line would widen toward Texas if he is ruled out.