Oklahoma State Football: 3 takeaways from Camping World win vs Hokies

Oklahoma State Football: 3 takeaways from Camping World Bowl win over Hokies

ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 28: Wide receiver James Washington #28 of the Oklahoma State Cowboys looks to maneuver by safety Tre Flowers #31 of the Oklahoma State Cowboys on December 28, 2017 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Michael Chang/Getty Images) /

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1. Justice Hill is the future of Oklahoma State’s offense

With his 120 rushing yards and one touchdown, sophomore Oklahoma State running back Justice Hill was the best back in this bowl matchup. Hill is one of the lone returning stars to the Pokes high-powered attack, with the departures of Rudolph, Washington, and Marcell Ateman.

Talented rising sophomore running back J.D. King also returns to make the Pokes a dangerous ground game in the Big 12 in 2018. After this 120 yard performance, Hill easily registered his second straight 1,000 rushing yard campaign.

However, Hill rushed for 205 more yards than he did in 2016. And, he more than doubled his rushing touchdown total. But, the impressive thing is how consistent he’s stayed. Despite the increase in rushing yards and touchdowns, he’s averaged 5.5 yards per carry both seasons.

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The quarterback battle under Gundy is going to be a hot off-season headline. But, the running back position is set with Hill at the helm. He has talented backs to help him out next year too. Watch out for rising redshirt freshman running back Chuba Hubbard this coming season.

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