Oklahoma’s Teddy Lehman praises freshman running back Jonathan Hatton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Teddy Lehman highlighted the impressive performance of freshman running back Jonathan Hatton during a recent scrimmage for the Oklahoma Sooners. At 235 pounds, Hatton combines size and speed, which are essential for the team's efforts to enhance their rushing game, ranked No. 113 last season. Oklahoma has retained its two leading rushers, Tory Blaylock and Xavier Robinson, while also adding transfer Lloyd Avant. If Hatton continues his strong showing, he could become a key component in improving Oklahoma's offensive strategy for the upcoming season.
- •Oklahoma ranked No. 113 in rushing offense last season
- •Hatton had notable plays during the recent scrimmage
- •Sooners return leading rushers Tory Blaylock and Xavier Robinson
- •Lloyd Avant also joins the running back group
- •Hatton's performance may change the offensive dynamic this season
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Teddy Lehman believes Oklahoma has a 'dude' emerging at running back
"Teddy Lehman says Jonathan Hatton's size and speed are making him increasingly difficult to keep off the field.
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