Oklahoma, Michael Hawkins
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 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.
Oklahoma legend Bob Stoops grades Michael Hawkins Jr.'s victorious first start: 'He was outstanding'
Oklahoma had zero turnovers lost in the win at Auburn this past Saturday, marking the second time in five games this season in which it did not give the ball away. Hawkins completed 10 of 15 passes for 161 yards and also led the Sooners in rushing with 69 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries.
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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
Mussatto: Michael Hawkins Jr. couldn't save the Sooners. OU's offense is beyond that point
The upset script for OU against Texas looked something like this: forced turnovers, maybe some special teams chicanery and Michael Hawkins Jr. hero ball. That last part was crucial. OU’s pathway to victory hinged on a true freshman quarterback playing the part of messiah.
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.
Michael Hawkins Jr. couldn't save Sooners vs Texas, but OU's offense is beyond that point
Texas’ 34-3 thumping of OU on a sizzling Saturday afternoon at the Cotton Bowl was a reality check for the Oklahoma Sooners.
Who is Michael Hawkins Jr.? Meet first true freshman Oklahoma QB to start Red River Rivalry
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