After missing out on a few top RB targets, Texas Longhorns hope to land dynamic five-star from Florida

Now, Texas signed one of the most dynamic running back prospects in the 2025 class.

Sarkisian's No. 1 overall class features the freak show, Michael Terry III. The 6-foot-3, 216 pound prospect is listed as a wide receiver on the Texas roster. But, he's a naturally gifted athlete who can do a lot of things well. Just ask 247Sports' Gabe Brooks.

Multi-faceted offensive weapon who's perhaps most natural at running back, but possesses the physical traits and ball skills to become a matchup nightmare of a full-time pass-catching threat. Highly productive runner with big-play juice and good contact balance, especially considering naturally high center of gravity and more upright gait. Entered senior season with more than 3,100 career scrimmage yards (1,800+ rushing, 1,300+ receiving) and part-time defensive snaps to provide layered on-field experience. Likely would project quite well as a defensive projection, but all signs point to a long-term offensive home. Basketball experience and excellent track and field data with 10.8 100-, 22.7 200-, and 49.4 400-meter speed, not to mention a 6-4 high jump. Provided encouraging pass-catching reps during 2024 7-on-7 season to further bolster case for long-term receiver/flex tight end role. If deployed as a pass catcher, will need to develop full route tree and learn the nuances of run blocking, especially if asked to play attached or as an H. May need a vision/scheme fit to maximize playmaking potential, but as a 6-foot-3, almost 220-pounder with strong on-field, multi-sport, and verified athletic context, possesses the long-term developmental upside to become an early-round NFL Draft candidate. - Gabe Brooks, 247Sports

Even if Terry sticks at wide receiver, as mentioned above, the running back room is stacked with talent. Texas will certainly try to land Derrek Cooper. But, I'd venture to say Texas' NIL collective and coaching staff won't push due to the current talent on the roster and importance elsewhere in the 2026 class.