Sports

CU Buffs coach Dan Hawkins still thinking of naming son Cody Hawkins starting QB? Really?

Last November, embattled CU Buffs coach Dan Hawkins admitted that he'd made a mistake recruiting son Cody Hawkins as quarterback. But as of April, he still was undecided whether the clearly superior Tyler Hansen or Cody would start under center this season. And today, the Boulder Daily Camera reports that...
By Michael Roberts
Carbonatix Pre-Player Loader

Audio By Carbonatix

Last November, embattled CU Buffs coach Dan Hawkins admitted that he’d made a mistake recruiting son Cody Hawkins as quarterback. But as of April, he still was undecided whether the clearly superior Tyler Hansen or Cody would start under center this season. And today, the Boulder Daily Camera reports that he still hasn’t made up his mind. The delay is bad for Hawkins, bad for Tyler and Cody, and bad for CU Buffs Nation — meaning it fits perfectly with Hawk’s tenure as coach. Look below to see a media-day video of the two QBs putting the best face on their competition.

Keep Westword Free

We’re $2,500 away from our spring campaign goal!
We’re aiming to raise $20,000. Your support ensures Westword can continue watching out for you and our community. No paywall. Always accessible. Daily online and weekly in print.

SUPPORT US TODAY
$20,000
Notice of Collection | Terms | Privacy

Keep Westword Free

No paywall. Always accessible. We’re always watching out for you and our community — but we need your help to keep us going strong. Help keep Westword free and in print every week.

Select how much you'd like to contribute

/month
Support Us Today

Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com

Loading latest posts...