# Oklahoma OC backs QB John Mateer

> Oklahoma offensive coordinator defends QB John Mateer after three interceptions against Kentucky.
- Title: Oklahoma OC backs QB John Mateer · Newsweek | Shortify
- Summary: Oklahoma offensive coordinator defends QB John Mateer after three interceptions against Kentucky. Oklahoma offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle says John…
- Keywords: oklahoma, john mateer, ben arbuckle, ncaa, oklahoma sooneers, mississippi state, backs, John, Mateer, Newsweek
- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/oklahoma-oc-firmly-backs-qb-john-mateer-amid-backbreaking-errors-12601036
- Author: Aman Sharma
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: oklahoma, john mateer, ben arbuckle, ncaa, oklahoma sooneers, mississippi state
## Oklahoma OC defends QB
Oklahoma offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle says John Mateer remains starting QB despite three interceptions against Kentucky.

> Everything that he’s done, the player that he is, the preparation that he has, we believe that John Mateer gives us the best chance to win
## Three interceptions
Mateer threw for 270 yards and found the end zone once but three picks equaled his most in a single game.
## Turnover record
Seven passes this season have landed in opposing hands, nine of 14 giveaways trace back to Mateer.
## Next game
Oklahoma faces Mississippi State next, aiming for a turnover-free game to support Arbuckle’s point.
## Key takeaway

Oklahoma offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle says John Mateer remains starting QB despite three interceptions against Kentucky.