Michael Hawkins Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma Sooners

Oklahoma plans to be 'very mindful' of not burning QB Michael Hawkins Jr.'s redshirt Michael Hawkins Jr. has been preparing as Oklahoma's backup to John Mateer this season, but the Sooners appear intent on preserving a redshi...

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

Was Michael Hawkins Jr.'s playmaking ability overshadowed in Bowl game loss? Michael Hawkins Jr. showed flashes of being a reliable playmaker and signal-caller in the bowl game. However, the completed explosive play i...

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Stellar effort in loss Hawkins was 28-for-43 passing for 247 yards and two touchdowns during Friday's 21-20 loss versus Navy. He also had 17 rushes for 61 yards.

Impact Hawkins totaled over 300 yards as he had his first multi-touchdown performance of the season. The freshman quarterback completed 63/3 percent of his passes for 783 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions across seven appearances this year.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

There is a lot at stake for OU's Michael Hawkins Jr. The Oklahoma Sooners quarterback has plenty to gain from the Armed Forces Bowl.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Michael Hawkins reacts to playing Navy in the Armed Forces Bowl He says ‘we’re trying to get this win to close out the season’.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Sent to bench Hawkins will ride the bench in Week 9 against Ole Miss as Jackson Arnold takes over as the starter, Tom Green of AL.com reports.

Impact Hawkins bad been the starter for multiple weeks amidst the quarterback drama in Norman, but an abysmal performance against South Carolina where he threw two early interceptions and only completed two passes has led Sooners' head coach Brent Venables to go back to his starter at the beginning of the year, Arnold.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma benches QB Michael Hawkins Jr. for Jackson Arnold vs. South Carolina after three quick turnovers Michael Hawkins Jr. turned the ball over on each of Oklahoma's first three possessions before being replaced by Jackson Arnold against South...

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Struggles in loss Hawkins completed 19 of 30 passes for 148 yards during Saturday's 34-3 defeat versus Texas. He also had 20 rushes for 27 yards.

Impact Hawkins was not able to get the in rhythm during this matchup, failing to reach 150 passing yards against a tough defense. The freshman quarterback will look to bounce back for Saturday's game against South Carolina.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Hawkins Jr., Oklahoma passing game feel absence of top WRs in loss to Texas The Red River rivalry has often featured defining performances from Oklahoma wide receivers. With key receivers Deion Burks, Nic Anderson an...

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Texas-Oklahoma rivalry a test for QBs Ewers, Hawkins amid the tension and noise in the Cotton Bowl

True freshman Michael Hawkins Jr. will make his second career start for No. 18 Oklahoma against Quinn Ewers and top-ranked Texas on Saturday

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • Associated Press

A calm personality, but exciting play-producer: How OU's Michael Hawkins Jr. was built for the spotlight Hawkins Jr. has established a low-key personality through his interactions and demeanor throughout his time with the Sooners. However, being...

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Efficient in win Hawkins was 10-for-15 passing for 161 yards during Saturday's 27-21 win over Auburn. He also had 14 rushes for 69 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Hawkins completed over 66 percent of his passes and although he did not get any touchdowns on their air, he took care of the ball by not causing any turnovers while also finding the end zone with his legs on a 48-yard run in the first quarter. The true freshman will look to build off his first collegiate start and win for team's next matchup against Texas on Oct. 12.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

J.J. Hester was impressed with Michael Hawkins' two-point conversion somersault play He says ‘that kid is a warrior’.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Danny Stutsman loves what he's seeing from Michael Hawkins Jr. The linebacker says ‘that’s a guy we can get behind’.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

'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 c...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

How Auburn Stops Oklahoma Freshman QB Michael Hawkins Jr. The Oklahoma Sooners will give Michael Hawkins Jr. his first start this weekend against the Auburn Tigers.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • SI.COM

Inside Oklahoma's quick decision in naming Michael Hawkins Jr. starting QB After saying Oklahoma needed to evaluate its QB situation, it took Brent Venables less than 48 hours to name Michael Hawkins Jr. the Sooners...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Oklahoma switches starting QBs, swapping Jackson Arnold for Michael Hawkins Jr.

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables has named true freshman Michael Hawkins Jr. the Sooners’ new starting quarterback over Jackson Arnold for Satu...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Oklahoma switches starting QBs, swapping Jackson Arnold for Michael Hawkins Jr.

'He does not feel like a freshman': New starting QB Michael Hawkins Jr. impresses OU teammates Oklahoma players have been impressed with Michael Hawkins Jr. since he arrived in the spring. Now they'll get to see what he can do as the S...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Oklahoma Sooners to start Frisco Emerson's Michael Hawkins Jr. vs. Auburn, per report Oklahoma Sooners' head coach Brent Venables announced the change on Monday night.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Gets starting nod Hawkins will start for Oklahoma in its game against Auburn this Saturday, George Stoia of On3.com reports.

Impact Hawkins played in the second half of Oklahoma's defeat at the hands of Tennessee, replacing the struggling starter Jackson Arnold. Hawkins had a solid performance but ultimately didn't do enough to turn the tide of the game, tossing for 132 yards and one touchdown. He's been named the starter for at least one more week, officially sending Arnold to the bench after a rough showing early on this season.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid display in relief duty Hawkins completed 11 of 18 passes for 132 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 25-15 defeat against Tennessee. He also had 12 rushes for 22 yards.

Impact Hawkins came in during the second half to replace starting quarterback Jackson Arnold, who was struggling throughout the first half. The true freshman quarterback managed to spark some life into the Oklahoma offense as he was able to drive the team down and find the end zone on a 2-yard pass to Jovantae Barnes. No news have surfaced regarding who will start under center for the Sooners during Saturday's road matchup against Auburn.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Is Michael Hawkins Jr. the new Oklahoma starting quarterback? Hawkins looked impressive during multiple second half drives.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

'I felt comfortable': Michael Hawkins Jr. was a bright spot in Sooners sluggish offense against Tennessee The Sooners offense had plenty of struggles during No. 15 Oklahoma's 25-15 loss to No. 6 Tennessee at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadi...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Replay rules Oklahoma's Michael Hawkins Jr. short of end zone despite somersault Officials said upon replay OU’s Michael Hawkins Jr. was short of the goal line

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

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Texas-Oklahoma rivalry a test for QBs Ewers, Hawkins amid the tension and noise in the Cotton Bowl

Oklahoma switches starting QBs, swapping Jackson Arnold for Michael Hawkins Jr.