Perhaps Oklahoma's biggest returning pass-catcher is wide receiver Deion Burks, who delayed going pro in favor of one more collegiate season. Burks dealt with multiple injuries last year, but hopes to break out in Norman in 2025. Mateer raved about the dynamic player and how resilient he has been.

John Mateer committed to FCS program Central Arkansas since nobody anywhere viewed him as a major-college quarterback.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/oklahoma as Why QB John Mateer Believes Oklahoma's Offense is 'Taking the Next Step'. ATLANTA — This summer, John Mateer has been working to elevate Oklahoma’s offense even further.