Michael Hawkins Jr. to Start for Oklahoma vs. Texas

Maliek Hawkins, a three-star defensive back prospect, is set to join his brother, quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr., as a recruit for the Oklahoma Sooners football team. Michael is preparing to make history as the first true freshman quarterback to start against Texas in the Red River Rivalry on Saturday, after leading the Sooners to victory in his debut against Auburn. Head coach Brent Venables and Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian have expressed confidence in Michael's abilities, despite his inexperience, highlighting his dual-threat capabilities and maturity on the field. As the Sooners face the No. 1 ranked Longhorns, both brothers are expected to make significant contributions to their team's efforts. With a solid performance against Auburn, Michael has shown promise, completing 21 of 33 passes for 293 yards and one touchdown so far this season. The Hawkins family legacy continues as they aim to elevate their performance at Oklahoma and in the Red River Rivalry.