On the latest episode of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Jenni Carlson dissect the Sooners' struggles on both of sides of the ball, Mateer's performance 17 days post-surgery, the running game and where Venables' team goes from here.

<p>On the latest episode of the <a href="https://www.oklahoman.com/story/sports/college/sooners/2025/10/06/soonersxtra-oklahoma-texas-red-river-rivalry-advantage/86536489007/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.oklahoman.com/story/sports/college/sooners/2025/10/06/soonersxtra-oklahoma-texas-red-river-rivalry-advantage/86536489007/">SoonersXtra podcast</a>, OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Jenni Carlson dissect the Sooners' struggles on both of sides of the ball, Mateer's performance 17 days post-surgery, the running game and where Venables' team goes from here.</p>

The Oklahoman's sports staff bring you the latest in Oklahoma Sooners coverage in football, basketball, softball and more.

<p>The Oklahoman's sports staff bring you the latest in Oklahoma Sooners coverage in football, basketball, softball and more.</p>

News, commentary and analysis from The Oklahoman's college football beat writers and columnists.

SoonersXtra

The Oklahoman's sports staff bring you the latest in Oklahoma and Oklahoma State football news, commentary and analysis. The podcast’s name is a nod to legendary coach Barry Switzer, who has famously referred to reporters as “fiction writers.”

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