One Texas freshman stood out amongst the rest on day one of fall camp – showing a 'really good version' of himself

Michael Terry III's role at Texas will be specific. This was not the case in high school.

The No. 1 athlete in the country in the 2025 class by multiple recruiting services did it all at Alamo Heights (Tex.) as a senior. Terry tallied 684 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns on 86 carries while he also caught 14 passes for 166 yards and three more scores. He earned District 13-5A Division II MVP in 2023 after finishing with 995 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns along with 564 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns.

Now, at Texas he will be competing for a spot in the wide receiver room. At least for now. Listed at 6-foot-3, 216 pounds, he has the frame to go along with the skill set to play in multiple spots. 247Sports' Gabe Brooks thinks his game reminds him of Cordarrelle Patterson.

"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."