Javian Hawkins Explained

Javian Hawkins
Position:Running back
Birth Date:3 November 1999
Birth Place:Titusville, Florida, U.S.
Height Ft:5
Height In:9
Weight Lb:196
College:Louisville
Undraftedyear:2021
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Javian Hawkins (born November 3, 1999) is an American professional football running back. He played college football for the Louisville Cardinals. He opted out of the remainder of the season in November 2020 and entered the 2021 NFL draft.[1]

Early years

Hawkins originally attended Astronaut High School in Titusville, Florida, before transferring to Cocoa High School in Cocoa, Florida.[2] During his high school career he rushed for over 4,000 yards and 40 touchdowns. Hawkins committed to the University of Louisville to play college football.[3]

College career

Hawkins played in three games his first year at Louisville in 2018 and took a redshirt.[4] As a redshirt freshman in 2019, he broke the school record for rushing yards by a running back in a season with 1,525 on 264 carries and nine touchdowns.[5] [6] [7] Hawkins returned as Louisville's starting running back in 2020.< Hawkins opted out of the remainder of the 2020 season prior to the November 21 game against Syracuse.[8] In addition, he decided to forgo his remaining two years of eligibility and enter the 2021 NFL draft.[9]

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Hawkins signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent on May 3, 2021.[10] On August 24, the Falcons released Hawkins.[11]

Tennessee Titans

On August 26, 2021, Hawkins signed with the Tennessee Titans.[12] He was waived on August 31, 2021.[13]

Los Angeles Rams

On September 20, 2021, Hawkins signed with the Los Angeles Rams practice squad.[14] Hawkins won Super Bowl LVI when the Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals.[15]

On February 15, 2022, Hawkins signed a reserve/future contract with the Rams.[16] He was waived on May 4, 2022.

Saskatchewan Roughriders

On November 10, 2022, Hawkins was signed by the Saskatchewan Roughriders.[17] On June 4, 2023, Hawkins was released by the Roughriders.[18]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Hale. David. November 16, 2020. Louisville RB Hawkins opts out to enter NFL draft. December 22, 2020. ESPN.com. en-US.
  2. Web site: December 9, 2016 . Cocoa seniors pass torch to next star Javian Hawkins . May 28, 2023 . Orlando Sentinel.
  3. Web site: August 8, 2017 . Cocoa's Javian Hawkins excited about commitment to Louisville . May 28, 2023 . Orlando Sentinel.
  4. Web site: Robinson . Cameron Teague . November 20, 2019 . Louisville's Javian Hawkins: 1,017 yards later, Hawkins on track for historic season . May 28, 2023 . The Courier-Journal.
  5. Web site: November 16, 2020 . Louisville RB Hawkins opts out to prep for draft . May 28, 2023 . Reuters . en.
  6. Web site: McGavic . Matthew . September 6, 2020 . Javian Hawkins Using Preseason Accolades as Motivation for 2020 Season . May 28, 2023 . SI.com.
  7. Web site: McGavic . Matthew . August 20, 2020 . Javian Hawkins is Staying very Humble and Leading His Teammates . May 28, 2023 . SI.com.
  8. Web site: Owens . Maxwell . November 16, 2020 . You should not be mad at Javian Hawkins for his decision . May 28, 2023 . Big Red Louie . en-US.
  9. Web site: Rutherford . Mike . November 16, 2020 . Louisville RB Javian Hawkins opts out of rest of season, will enter NFL draft . May 28, 2023 . Card Chronicle . en.
  10. Web site: May 3, 2021 . Falcons agree to terms with 20 college free agents . May 28, 2023 . AtlantaFalcons.com.
  11. Web site: Deighton . John . August 24, 2021 . Falcons sign QB Josh Rosen, release five others . May 28, 2023 . AtlantaFalcons.com.
  12. Web site: Wyatt . Jim . August 26, 2021 . Titans Add Three to Roster, Place Three on Reserve/COVID-19 List . March 25, 2023 . TennesseeTitans.com.
  13. Web site: Wyatt . Jim . August 31, 2021 . Titans Trim Roster to 53 By Parting Ways With 17 Players . March 25, 2023 . TennesseeTitans.com.
  14. Web site: DaSilva . Cameron . September 20, 2021 . Rams sign RB Javian Hawkins to practice squad, release Otis Anderson . March 25, 2023 . The Rams Wire . USA Today.
  15. Web site: Schwartz . Paul . February 13, 2021 . LA Rams defeat Cincinnati Bengals to win Super Bowl 2022 . May 28, 2023 . New York Post.
  16. Cothrel . Nicholas . February 15, 2022 . Rams Sign 12 Players to a Reserve/Future Contract . May 28, 2023 . Sports Illustrated.
  17. Web site: November 10, 2022 . Riders Add American Running Back Javian Hawkins . May 28, 2023 . Riderville.com.
  18. Web site: Saskatchewan Roughriders release 22, including RB Kienan LaFrance . 3DownNation . June 4, 2023.

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