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Michael Hawkins, Cam Ward, Ben Johnson, National Signing Day blues ... and 7 Other Things.

The Football Whisperer · August 11, 2026 · 2 min read
Michael Hawkins, Cam Ward, Ben Johnson, National Signing Day blues ... and 7 Other Things.
  1. The Vikings named Kyler Murray as their starter, and I can't say I'm surprised. I really believe under KOC and with that receiver room, we'll see the Kyler we all thought we were getting when he was drafted #1 out of Oklahoma.

  2. Rumors are swirling that Anthony Richardson is done in Indianapolis ... and that Atlanta could be his potential destination. I like Richardson, but I feel like going to ATL would just be more of the same. Here's hoping he finds a home if a release comes to pass because I do think he's a talent.

  3. Keep your eyes on West Virginia. They welcome OU transfer quarterback Michael Hawkins to the sideline and while I don't think they'll be in the national title hunt, I do think they'll make noise in the Big XII.

  4. Coach Prime needs to get off to a fast start out in Boulder because the bloom is beginning to wear off.

  5. I'm still not understanding how Florida fell off the map like they did these last few years. Sumrall has a ton of work in front of him and the stretch in late September/early October includes Auburn, Ole Miss, Missouri, and South Carolina. Yes, a ton of work.

  6. Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson said his offense is looking fast, and Caleb Williams has lost 14 pounds. Translation: the Bears could be scary.

  7. One day, Northwestern is going to surprise us all and turn up a contender. Don't believe me? Here's one word for you ... Indiana.

  8. The Titans have to remember to protect their most precious asset ... Cam Ward ... and capitalize on their most precious unit ... their defense.

  9. I miss the old-fashioned National Signing Day, complete with the live look-ins, the fax machines, and the anticipation.

  10. They're young, but haven't we been hearing about how good the Los Angeles Chargers are for an eternity? Seems like if they're that talented, something should've broken through by now and to be honest ... this might be the year.

  11. They won't admit it but at some point, the Eagles are going to miss AJ Brown.

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