Predicting Oklahoma vs. Texas: Why John Mateer won't decide Red River Rivalry outcome

Kevin Jairaj-Imagn ImagesNothing is more unpredictable than the Red River Rivalry, and with the status of Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer unknown, it’s like hitting a moving target blindfolded.

The No. 6 Sooners will play unranked Texas at 2:30 p.m. CT Saturday in Cotton Bowl Stadium for the 121st Red River Rivalry. After having surgery on his throwing hand just 17 days before the rivalry game, Mateer was listed as probable on Thursday, and although Mateer’s presence will impact the specific score, it ultimately won’t affect the outcome.

Score prediction for Oklahoma vs. Texas

Now an SEC matchup, it’s fitting the Red River Rivalry should be decided in the trenches. A game relying on that…