John Mateer, Oklahoma Sooners quarterback, will undergo surgery on his right throwing hand for an injury sustained during the first quarter of the game against Auburn. The surgery was scheduled for September 24, 2025, and the estimated recovery timeline is about one month post-surgery. Coach Brent Venables expects Mateer to miss some game action but aims for him to return to play sometime during the 2025 season, likely after the month-long recovery period. Sophomore Michael Hawkins Jr. will start in Mateer's place during his absence, including the next game on October 4 against Kent State. In summary, John Mateer is expected to be out for about one month following surgery and is anticipated to return later this season after rehabilitation.
