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Oklahoma Sooners RB Kennedy Brooks 'more explosive,' eyes return after missing 2020 with COVID-19 concerns

Oklahoma running back Kennedy Brooks maximized his time while sitting out last season due to COVID-19 concerns.

Brooks, who rushed for 2,067 yards and 18 touchdowns his first two years with the Sooners, refined his game while Oklahoma compiled a 9-2 season that ended with a Cotton Bowl win over Florida.

Now that he's vaccinated, he's ready to jump back into action.

"I'd probably say I'm more explosive than I was a year ago," Brooks said. "Definitely worked on my strength and my first step. Also catching the ball. I worked on everything -- my strengths and my weaknesses.