Oklahoma leaned on John Mateer and a grinding, clock-draining drive to beat No. 24 Florida 23-7 in Jason Witten’s first game as the Sooners’ offensive coordinator. Mateer threw for two touchdowns without a turnover, while Oklahoma’s defense intercepted Florida quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. twice and kept the Gators from scoring after halftime.

By the Numbers
  • Mateer: 21-of-33 passing, 207 yards, 2 touchdowns; 56 rushing yards.
  • Oklahoma held the ball for 37:50 to Florida’s 22:10.
  • Oklahoma converted 10 of 18 third downs; Florida converted 2 of 9.
  • Oklahoma outgained Florida 351-203.
  • Florida’s Jones: 10-of-22 passing, 133 yards, 2 interceptions, 0 touchdowns.
Yes, But

Oklahoma’s offense wasn’t explosive, and Florida had a chance to make it a one-score game in the third quarter. But the Gators failed on fourth-and-2 inside the Sooners’ 20, and Oklahoma answered with an 89-yard touchdown drive that consumed 12:45.

State of Play
  • Oklahoma improved to 5-4 overall and 3-3 in SEC play; Ole Miss is next.
  • Florida fell to 5-4 overall and 3-4 in conference play; the Gators visit Kentucky in Week 11.
Bottom Line

Oklahoma won by controlling the clock, converting third downs and capitalizing on Florida’s mistakes—not by piling up points. That formula delivered a road upset and gave Witten a winning start as offensive coordinator.