Hampton University Athletics

Hampton University junior linebacker DeVonte' Hawkins was named HU Athlete of the Week after his outstanding performance on the football field this past Saturday.

Hawkins (Knoxville, Tenn.) had a team-high 16 tackles – including five solo stops – in Saturday’s 45-7 loss to Old Dominion. He also recorded a tackle for a loss, totaling two yards.

So far this season, Hawkins leads the team in tackles with 35.