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Jalen Hurts earned the Big 12 newcomer of the year award after winning three Big 12 newcomer of the week awards.
Hurts joins former Sooner quarterback, Josh Heupel (1999) as the school’s second quarterback honoree and fourth total.
Leading the Big 12 in completion percentage, passing efficiency and passing touchdowns, Hurts is also second in the conference in rushing yards, trailing only fellow Heisman Trophy candidate, Chuba Hubbard of Oklahoma State.
Through the regular season, Hurts has completed 205 passes for 3,347 yards including 31 touchdowns and only six interceptions. Hurts averages 11.7 yards per pass and 278.9 yards per game.
On the ground, Hurts has gained 1,217 yards, toting the rock 196 times with 18 rushes hitting paydirt. Hurts averages 6.2 yards per carry and 101.4 yards per game.
With 12 games behind him, Hurts is responsible for 50 touchdowns (31 passing, 18 rushing, 1 receiving) ranking him first in the FBS in total touchdowns. Hurts leads Heisman Trophy favorite, Joe Burrow and Heisman Trophy candidate Justin Fields by three touchdowns.
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