Quarterback John Mateer of the Oklahoma football team is shattering conventions, much like his legendary predecessor, Baker Mayfield.

Oklahoma Faces Tough Week 2 Matchup Against No. 15-Ranked Michigan

The University of Oklahoma football team is gearing up for a challenging Week 2 matchup against No. 15-ranked Michigan. The Sooners opened as a 4.5-point favorite to win, but the Wolverines will prove to be formidable opponents.

Newcomer John Mateer, the Sooners' quarterback, has already made a significant impact on the team, having only been in Norman for a handful of months. Offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle believes that Mateer has the potential to be one of the greatest quarterbacks in Oklahoma's program history. This belief is not unfounded, as Mateer broke Baker Mayfield's school record for most passing yards in his debut for Oklahoma.

Michigan's new quarterback, Bryce Underwood, started the season opener and made history by becoming the first true freshman to do so since Tate Forcier in 2009. Underwood and Mateer share similarities as high-level dual-threat quarterbacks, despite being in different offenses. Arbuckle and Mateer followed each other from Washington State to Oklahoma in the offseason, and the coach sees similarities in Mateer's confidence and charisma with that of Mayfield.

Both Mateer and Underwood shone in their respective debuts, showcasing their ability to lead their new offenses immediately. This will be an intriguing matchup, as the Oklahoma offensive coordinator and quarterback face a new quarterback in Underwood.

Baker Mayfield, arguably the best quarterback in Oklahoma's program history, transferred to Oklahoma from Texas Tech and amassed 12,292 passing yards, 119 touchdowns, and 21 interceptions during his time with the Sooners. Mayfield won the 2017 Heisman Trophy while playing for Oklahoma.

Michigan's Week 1 game ended in a victory against New Mexico with a score of 34-17. The Wolverines play their home games at Michigan Stadium, and their football team's head coach, Sherrone Moore, is an Oklahoma alum. A victory over Michigan would be Oklahoma's first ranked win of the season.

This Week 2 matchup promises to be an exciting one, with two talented quarterbacks leading their teams in a battle for supremacy. Oklahoma fans draw the comparison between Mateer and Mayfield, not just because of their on-field success, but also due to the similarities in their careers. As the game approaches, both teams will be preparing diligently, aiming to come out on top in what is sure to be an unforgettable contest.