The OU football team might go through some struggles with the injury of starting quarterback John Mateer . Coming off one of its best win streaks under Brent Venables, Mateer's absence could be a step back for the Sooners , and that has been reflected in some bowl projections.
OU (4-0) is undefeated following a 24-17 home win over Auburn in Week 4. After a bye week, the Sooners moved to No. 8 in the US LBM Coaches Poll and No. 5 in the AP Poll.