Arizona’s run-first QB spark plug
In the 2016 season, Brandon Dawkins was a dual-threat headache for defenses, ranking fourth in the Pac-12 with 94.4 rushing yards per game and averaging 7.21 yards per carry, while also posting 1,348 passing yards and 8 passing touchdowns; Arizona’s own notes also highlighted his career-best rushing efficiency and multiple long runs. His appeal is clear: he brings explosive, downhill quarterback runs, big-play juice, and enough passing to keep you honest. The tradeoff is consistency—his passing profile was more efficient than polished, and he missed time in 2016 with injuries, so he fits best in an offense that can weaponize his legs and protect him from too many hits.
