Who Is John
John Mateer has become one of the biggest names surrounding Oklahoma football, and with the Sooners quarterback attracting more national attention, fans have inevitably started asking questions about the person who might be supporting
One name increasingly connected to those searches is Samantha Rose.
But there is an important d
Despite online interest surrounding the name, there is currently no reliable public confirmation that John Mateer is dating someone named Samantha Rose. Mateer has largely kept his romantic life outside the spotlight,
That hasn’t stopped the curiosity.
And considering Mateer’s growing profile at Oklahoma, it probably won’t anytime soon.
Who Is Samantha Rose?
There is a Samantha Rose with a genuine and highly visible connection to the University of Oklahoma.
Samantha Rose Rizzo is a student at Oklahoma and has served as a Feature Twirler for the Pride of Oklahoma.
In an interview discussing her role, Rizzo described herself as having spent more than a decade competing in twirling. She has represented Oklahoma and the United States internationally, including winning gold at the International Baton Twirling Federation’s Nations Cup.
Her position also naturally puts her around major Oklahoma sporting events.
OU Daily has photographed Rizzo as part of Oklahoma game-day coverage, while profiles of her describe performing at university athletic and community events.
That establishes a legitimate Oklahoma connection.
What it doesn’t establish is a romantic relationship with Mateer.
There is currently no credible reporting or public statement from either person confirming that connection.
Mateer Has Kept His Personal Life Remarkably Quiet
That’s notable considering how much attention follows Oklahoma’s quarterback.
Mateer transferred to Oklahoma after emerging as a star at Washington State, where his dual-threat ability turned him into one of college football’s most intriguing quarterbacks.
His public profile has only expanded since arriving in Norman.
Yet when Mateer speaks publicly, the conversation tends to return to football.
His teammates.
His receivers.
His development.
His coaches.
And winning.
Even when discussing relationships, Mateer has generally focused on the connections that matter on the football field.
During Oklahoma’s 2026 preseason camp, for example, Mateer talked about the chemistry he has developed with receiver Isaiah Sategna III after nearly two years together.
The quarterback explained that their familiarity has reached the point where they often understand what the other is thinking without needing lengthy conversations.
That’s the version of Mateer’s personal world fans have been allowed to see most clearly.
One Relationship Mateer Has Happily Discussed
Interestingly, there is one unexpected friendship Mateer hasn’t been shy about discussing.
Terry Bradshaw.
Yes, that Terry Bradshaw.
Mateer met the Hall of Fame quarterback at a card show in Dallas, and what started as a casual encounter eventually developed into a friendship.
Mateer told FOX Sports that the two now exchange texts and phone calls, with Bradshaw offering football advice and encouragement.
“Let it ride,” Mateer recalled as part of the advice he received from Bradshaw.
For a young quarterback dealing with the pressure that comes with leading Oklahoma, having a four-time Super Bowl champion available by phone is certainly not a bad resource.
But it also highlights something interesting about Mateer.
He has been willing to discuss friendships, teammates and football mentors publicly.
His romantic life remains different.
The Attention Isn’t Going Away
That privacy becomes increasingly difficult as a quarterback’s profile grows.
Playing quarterback at Oklahoma already guarantees attention.
Every touchdown is celebrated.
Every interception is dissected.
Every sideline interaction can become a social-media clip.
And eventually, fans start becoming curious about the person underneath the helmet.
That’s where searches surrounding Mateer’s girlfriend — and names such as Samantha Rose — begin appearing.
But there’s a line between curiosity and confirmation.
At the moment, Samantha Rose Rizzo is verifiably connected to Oklahoma as a student and Feature Twirler, but reliable public sources do not establish that she is John Mateer’s girlfriend.
Until Mateer, Samantha, or a reliable source confirms otherwise, anything stronger would be speculation.
For now, Mateer’s most public relationship remains the one Oklahoma fans care about every Saturday:
John Mateer, the Sooners offense, and the pressure of being QB1 in Norman.
