Sport: College Sports Category: Scores & Results

Ohio State adds kicker Connor Hawkins to strengthen special teams

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 2:01 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Ohio State adds kicker Connor Hawkins to strengthen special teams

Summary

Ohio State football has acquired kicker Connor Hawkins, a transfer from Baylor, ahead of the upcoming season. Hawkins joins the Buckeyes following a successful season where he converted 18 of 22 field goals and was perfect on extra points. His long-range capability, including kicks of 53 and 54 yards, is seen as a significant upgrade for the Buckeyes, who struggled with consistency in recent seasons, particularly in critical games. Ohio State plans to continue to test Hawkins in high-pressure situations during training camp, as he aims to improve the special teams unit that has faced scrutiny in the past.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Connor Hawkins transferred from Baylor to Ohio State for the 2026 season.
•He hit 81.8 percent of field goals and 100 percent of extra points last season.
•Hawkins is known for his long-range capabilities, hitting kicks of 53 and 54 yards.
•Ohio State's special teams faced criticism for inconsistency in previous seasons.
•Head coach Ryan Day is optimistic about Hawkins' performance in high-pressure situations.

Latest Updates