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.

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables told reporters on Wednesday that quarterback John Mateer "turned down more money" in the transfer portal to join the Sooners than he could've gotten elsewhere.

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.