The blessings keep coming to him.
He showed that he could create success away from Alabama, as he helped Oklahoma capture a Big 12 Championship and a spot in the College Football Playoff. Jalen Hurts, a native of Channelview, Texas, posted huge numbers last season and was awarded first-team All- Big 12, Big 12 Newcomer of the Year and earned the status of a Heisman finalist. He compiled 5,149 total yards offensively with 53 touchdowns – including 32 passing scores – on the campaign.
After a tremendous final year of collegiate athletics, he dominated the NFL Scouting Combine and his pro day.