K-State's Avery Johnson, Cyclones' Rocco Becht are among the freshmen thriving in the Big 12
Just like his nickname, freshman Avery Johnson is shining in Kansas State's offense. The dual-threat quarterback dubbed “Sunshine” matched a school record with five rushing touchdowns two weeks ago against Texas Tech, then had a TD pass and another impressive showing on the ground in a blowout win over TCU. Johnson is among four freshmen quarterbacks in the Big 12 getting significant snaps this season.