Oklahoma Sooners football Star, Michael Hawkins jr has declined a tampering move made by Florida Gators to lure him into the transfer portal. Hawkins blatantly turned down a tempting $4.7 MILLION NIL offer, a double of his current NIL, insisting to finish off his college career in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Sooners Star Michael Hawkins Jr. Rejects $4.7M NIL Offer from Florida Gators, Commits to Finishing Career in Norman

 

In a bold statement of loyalty and character, Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. has made headlines across the college football world by rejecting a jaw-dropping $4.7 million NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) offer reportedly extended by the Florida Gators. The offer, allegedly designed to entice Hawkins into entering the NCAA transfer portal, would have more than doubled his current NIL valuation. Yet, despite the financial temptation, Hawkins stood firm in his commitment to the Sooners.

According to sources close to the situation, Florida had aggressively pursued Hawkins in what some insiders are calling a clear-cut case of tampering—a growing concern in today’s NIL-driven college sports landscape. However, Hawkins swiftly and unequivocally shut down the move, making it clear he has no intentions of abandoning Oklahoma.

 

“I came to Norman with a purpose—to grow, to lead, and to win,” Hawkins reportedly told a team insider. “No amount of money will change my commitment to this program, my teammates, or the fans who have supported me since day one.”

 

Hawkins, who has been a breakout star for the Sooners, has not only demonstrated elite talent on the field but has also become a respected leader in the locker room. His decision to stay is being celebrated by the Oklahoma fanbase and coaching staff alike, who see him as a cornerstone of their championship ambitions.

 

The Florida Gators have not officially commented on the reports, but the attempted poach underscores the increasingly murky waters of NIL influence and transfer portal politics. As college athletes gain more financial leverage through NIL deals, universities are grappling with how to maintain integrity and fairness in recruitment and retention.

Hawkins’ choice stands as a rare example of principle triumphing over profit in modern college sports. With his eyes set on finishing strong in Oklahoma, he now enters the upcoming season with even greater support behind him. The Sooners faithful can rest easy knowing that their quarterback isn’t going anywhere—and that sometimes, loyalty still matters.