A crucial piece of Oklahoma’s puzzle is in place for 2026. Sooners quarterback John Mateer will return next season for his fourth collegiate campaign, Oklahoma said Thursday afternoon. Mateer, 21, played three seasons with Washington State before transferring to play for the Sooners before the 2025 season.

The Oklahoma Sooners have added elite weapons around quarterback John Mateer for 2026, prompting some players to enter the transfer portal. Notably, wide receiver Zion Ragins is making headlines as he joins Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby,