In addition to rolling out a new starting quarterback this fall, the Sooners completely rebuilt their depth at the position group over the offseason.
When OU has had a solid passer to bring onto the field behind its starter, things have usually turned out well for the Sooners.stepped into the Red River Rivalry when Rattler looked overwhelmed and was able to calm the Sooners' offense, going 5-of-7 and quarterbacking a short touchdown drive that kept the Crimson and Cream in the game.entered the Red River Rivalry to replace Rattler and pulled off one of the most historic comebacks in program history.
, will compete throughout training camp for the team's backup quarterback role after both quarterbacks arrived in Norman in January. Thompson spent the 2023 season at FAU, but played in just three games before suffering a season-ending injury. Even if Thompson doesn't have the same physical skill set he once had, the veteran passer's knowledge and leadership is valuable to the Sooners' quarterback room., played defensive back at Oklahoma.
Coming out of high school, Hawkins was a 4-star prospect, rated the No. 3 quarterback prospect in the nation, according to Rivals. After leading Emerson through a tough playoff schedule to the state semifinals, Hawkins made the cut for the Elite 11 Finals and competed against the top quarterbacks in the country in Los Angeles.
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