Oklahoma Names Freshman Michael Hawkins Jr. as Starting Quarterback

Coach Brent Venables announced the decision after Jackson Arnold's turnovers led to a loss against Tennessee.

Michael Hawkins Jr. will start for Oklahoma in their upcoming game against Auburn.
Coach Brent Venables made the announcement on his weekly radio show on Monday night.
Jackson Arnold was benched after committing three turnovers in the first half against Tennessee.
Hawkins replaced Arnold and completed 11 of 18 passes for 132 yards and a touchdown.
Oklahoma dropped from No. 15 to No. 21 in the AP Top 25 following the loss to Tennessee.