However, Mateer returned to action just 17 days after his hand surgery, performed by Dr. Steven Shin in Los Angeles. He was cleared by Oklahoma's medical team on Thursday. It was a heroic effort to return for Red River, as it was expected that Mateer would miss 2-4 games instead of just one, but he played poorly against Texas.

After an emotional loss in Dallas, the Sooners look to recalibrate and refocus with an opportunity against the Gamecocks.

The Oklahoma Sooners are set to face South Carolina on the road this Saturday, following a tumultuous week after their loss to Texas.