Oklahoma QB situation uncertain after Arnold struggles, Hawkins sparks in loss to Tennessee

Oklahoma quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. (9) passes against Tennessee during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, in Norman, Okla.

Oklahoma quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. (9) passes against Tennessee during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)


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NORMAN, Okla. — Just a month ago, the long-awaited Jackson Arnold era was underway at Oklahoma. The highly touted quarterback seemed ready to take his place among the greats at a school that has produced four Heisman winners this century at the position. Now, he's fighting for his job. Michael Hawkins Jr. sparked the Sooners in the second half of their 25-15 loss to Tennessee, and now coach Brent Venables has declared the position open heading into Saturday's game at Auburn.

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