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Why Michael Hawkins Jr.'s teammates, coaches have unwavering belief in the freshman QB

headshotby:George Stoia•10/10/24•

GeorgeStoia

Oklahoma Auburn Football
Oklahoma quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. (9) carries the ball against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

When Michael Hawkins Jr. first arrived on Oklahoma’s campus in January, his OU teammates noticed something different about this freshman.