Baker Mayfield Expresses Confidence in Oklahoma Coach Brent Venables Amid Team Struggles

Baker Mayfield, the current Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback and former Oklahoma Sooners star, has expressed strong faith in head coach Brent Venables and optimism about the Sooners' prospects for the 2025 season. Despite Oklahoma's struggles in their first SEC season and ongoing challenges with injuries, Mayfield highlighted Venables' defensive excellence and leadership, praising the toughness and hustle that define the team. Mayfield also played a key role in recruiting transfer quarterback John Mateer, drawing parallels between their playing styles and leadership qualities, and encouraging Mateer to join Oklahoma. Mateer’s impressive 2024 statistics at Washington State, including leading the nation in total touchdowns, add hope for offensive improvement. Oklahoma has made significant coaching changes, including new coordinators and staff additions like Ben Arbuckle, aiming to address last year’s offensive woes. With a strong returning roster and fresh talent, Mayfield believes the Sooners will soon regain their status as a top college football program.