The Sooners came out swinging in their season opener, beating Illinois State 35-3, and setting a few records. OU Quarterback John Mateer made Sooner history and doubled down on his desire to keep "playing football at the highest level for the University of Oklahoma."

Watch the full press conference above, or follow along for the biggest takeaways:

Slow Start, Strong Finish

The team started slow, especially in the first two drives, but they gained confidence.

The energy and excitement of the first game impressed Mateer.

Emotional Impact and Support

Mateer said the day was a bit overwhelming due to the crowd and post-game chaos. Mateer said he even had trouble finding family in the stands after the game.

Supporting Teammates and Learning from Mistakes

Mateer defended his running back

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