I dont see anything wrong with a straight guy mentioning that another guy is good looking. Its normal, if you ask me.
I know one thing, other girls call other girls hot all the time. So how is it any different for guys?
I do know though that many guys aren't willing to say that. I am probably one of them. There is just something about me that doens't like calling another guy attractive. Like if my sister would ask me is the guy hot, I'd be like, see for yourself
And no I'm not homophobic.
WEll i certainly dont go around saying oh wow that guy is good looking, but if someone asks my opinion, i have no problem saying yes or no. Yeah maybe Hawk is a little weird in doing so(assuming he is straight), but i certainly dont think it makes him gay, nor do i care if he IS gay.......