Mike Hawkins (cornerback)

Michael Hawkins (born July 15, 1983) is a former American football cornerback. He was signed by the Dallas Desperados of the Arena Football League (AFL) in 2004 and selected by the Green Bay Packers in the fifth round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played college football at Oklahoma. He was picked up by the Minnesota Vikings off of waivers in 2006.

Hawkins was also a member of the Cleveland Browns, Vikings, Dallas Cowboys, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Oakland Raiders.

Oklahoma Sooners 2002
In his only season at Oklahoma, Hawkins played in five games during the 2002 season. He recorded five tackles (4 solos) with a pass deflection and returned an interception 45 yards for a touchdown vs. UTEP. He seemed destined for stardom, but left the team after the season to play for the Arena Football League's Dallas Desperados.