LaNorris Sellers and the Gamecocks got the better of the Sooners in 2024, and OU's defenders know the challenge that they will face on Saturday.

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.

South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer knows the Gamecocks have been 3-3 before but just wants this team to keep getting better like past years.

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