British Brooks Named Candidate For Doak Walker Award Posted Jul 20, 2022 North Carolina running back British Brooks is a preseason candidate for the 2022 Doak Walker Award, handed out annually to the nation's top college running back. Brooks averaged 9.5 yards per carry during the 2021 season with 295 yards on 31 rushing attempts and scored four rushing touchdowns. He compiled 285 yards in the final three games. (GoHeels.com)