The Oklahoma Sooners aren’t looking to 2022 or the year after that. Their sights are solely set on 2021 and taking this team as far as it can go this year. However, Saturday in Norman provided a glimpse of what the future of the quarterback position looks like for the Oklahoma Sooners.
After Spencer Rattler threw for five touchdowns to lead the Sooners to a 45-0 halftime lead against Western Carolina, he sat down and gave way to true freshman quarterback Caleb Williams.
The number one quarterback in the 2021 class, Williams did not disappoint. Though he completed just 50% of his passes for 84 yards, he averaged 8.4 yards per attempt and his average depth of target (aDOT) was 11.6 yards down the field. He displayed a nice arm with good touch on the Jaden Knowles catch and run that made up a good portion of his passing yards.
Williams suffered one drop during his time in the Sooners’ domination of Western Carolina.
The athleticism and speed he displayed on his 59-yard run were impressive. He got downhill in a hurry and ran away from much of the Western Carolina defense, putting the Sooners in an excellent position to add to their lead.
Caleb Williams isn’t likely to need his redshirt and should get more opportunities this season to show off his talents. Though he shouldn’t figure much into the outcomes of games in 2021, every snap he takes provides a glimpse into the future of the Sooners offense.
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