Michael Hawkins Jr. couldn't save Sooners vs Texas
Michael Hawkins Jr. couldn't save Sooners vs Texas, but OU's offense is beyond that point
Hawkins alone couldn’t save this Sooner offense. Not behind a makeshift offensive line, not with this group of receivers, not with an inefficient run game. Any thoughts of a midseason offensive renaissance were pollyannaish, no matter who the quarterback was. The Sooners just aren’t very good offensively, and that was before a rash of injuries.
Amid Offensive Struggles, Brent Venables Sticks By Oklahoma Freshman Michael Hawkins Jr.
Asked if he considered making a switch at quarterback in Oklahoma’s 34-3 loss to Texas on Saturday, Sooners head coach Brent Venables bluntly said “no.
Michael Hawkins Jr., Oklahoma offense struggle in passing game with receivers down
The Red River rivalry has often featured defining performances from Oklahoma wide receivers. Caleb Williams’ breakout game in 2021 also saw Marvin Mims Jr. average 27 yards per catch and snag a game-tying touchdown in the fourth quarter.
How many true freshmen QBs have started at Oklahoma? Michael Hawkins Jr. joins elite list
Michael Hawkins Jr. is the latest true freshman quarterback to start for Oklahoma. Who else has achieved the feat for the Sooners? What to know:
How did Michael Hawkins Jr. ascend to start for the Oklahoma Sooners?
However, three first half turnovers from Arnold in week four forced head coach Brent Venables to pull his starter and insert freshman Michael Hawkins Jr. into the game. The youngster settled in against the Volunteers and moved the ball in the late stages of the game, earning his first career start against Auburn the following week.
5 things to know about Oklahoma QB Michael Hawkins Jr., including his NFL pedigree
Hawkins Jr. took over as the Sooners’ starting quarterback as a true freshman, leading OU in the school’s first season in the SEC.
Texas Wary of 'Challenge' That Oklahoma QB Michael Hawkins Jr. Presents
The Texas Longhorns were gashed by the legs of Dillon Gabriel in last season's Red River Shootout, as he ran 14 times for a career-high 113 yards and
Bob Stoops praises Sooners QB Michael Hawkins Jr. after win
Oklahoma Sooners true freshman quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. has earned plenty of praise for his performance in OU’s come-from-behind win over the Auburn Tigers. Making his first career start at the collegiate level,
'That's who he is': QB Michael Hawkins Jr. lays body on the line in Oklahoma's thrilling comeback win
Michael Hawkins Jr. displayed tenacity and an unflinching determination in his first career start to help propel Oklahoma to an improbable comeback against Auburn.
Venables explains why QB Hawkins Jr. is built for Red River Rivalry
Ahead of No. 18 Oklahoma's test against No. 1 Texas, Brent Venables says Michael Hawkin Jr.'s lifelong Sooner fandom and his maturity will help him navigate the storm.
Who is Michael Hawkins Jr.? Meet first true freshman Oklahoma QB to start Red River Rivalry
Who is Michael Hawkins Jr.? The Oklahoma quarterback is set to be first true freshman in program history to start the Red River Rivalry vs. Texas:
Why Maliek Hawkins is following brother Michael Hawkins Jr. as OU football recruit
Michael Hawkins Jr., on the eve of his first OU-Texas start, was watching a broadcast of Maliek Hawkins' game.
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How OU football coach Brent Venables' defensive knowledge can help Michael Hawkins Jr.
But as a defensive-minded head coach with a true freshman quarterback stepping in as the starter four weeks into the season, how well does OU's Brent Venables know Michael Hawkins Jr.? How much ...