Oklahoma announced on Tuesday that quarterback John Mateer needs hand surgery, and that the expectation is that he'll return "this season."
Oklahoma announced on Tuesday that quarterback and Heisman Trophy favorite John Mateer needs surgery on his throwing hand, and that the expectation is that he'll return "this season."
Head coach Will Venables announced the news, which came as a surprise three days after Oklahoma's 24-17 win over No. 22 Auburn to improve to 4-0. Mateer became the betting favorite to win the Heisman Trophy after that win.
"After consulting with medical experts, it became clear that surgery is the best option for John and his short- and long-term future," Venables said, per Oklahoma's announcement. "He's extremely disappointed he will miss some game action but is eager to correct the issue and move forward.
"As he is with everything, we know he will be aggressive with his rehabilitation and work to return to the field as quickly as possible."
Per Oklahoma, Mateer sustained his injury in the first quarter of Oklahoma's win. He continued to play with the injury and completed 24 of 36 passes for 271 yards and a touchdown. He added 29 yards and one touchdown on the ground.
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