Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer reflected on the Sooners’ 24-13 win over Michigan in a postgame press conference, sharing insights on his running game, leadership moments, and what it meant to beat a top-15 opponent in front of a sold-out crowd.

Here are the top takeaways from Mateer’s comments:

Mateer on Using His Legs in the Run Game

Mateer said his rushing wasn’t necessarily planned, but the Sooners stuck with it when it worked.

“You know, I wouldn't say we sat down and he (Coach Venables) was like, you better, you know, get ready to run. That didn't happen. But as it was going and as we were getting a plus one run game, they're really good up front. So you just got to do it. And it was working. So we're going to keep doing it.”

A Nine-Minute Drive That Sealed the Win

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