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Longhorns Profile Snapshot: No. 5 Bijan Robinson

LonghornsWire will be looking at each scholarship player listed on the UT roster. Today, we will be looking at freshman RB Bijan Robinson.

Going into the 2020 football season, LonghornsWire will be looking at each scholarship player listed on the Texas roster.

Over the summer, each profile will cover where the player is from, how recruiting websites rated them coming out of high school, and what role they will play for Tom Herman this season.

Today, we will be looking at true freshman running back Bijan Robinson.

Bijan Robinson, Running Back

Height: 6-0 / Weight: 200

Class: Freshman

Hometown: Tuscon, Arizona

High School: Salpointe Catholic

HS ranking (247Sports): Five-star / No. 21 overall / No. 1 position / No. 2 in-state

HS ranking (Rivals): Five-star / No. 18 overall / No. 1 position / No. 2 in-state

Analysis: Since 247Sports started rating recruits in 2000, only two out of state players who signed a national letter of intent with Texas have been higher rated than Bijan Robinson. Now Arizona Cardinals linebacker Jordan Hicks signed with the Longhorns in 2010, while Bru McCoy originally signed to Texas, only to transfer to USC in the summer of 2019.

While he was not an early enrollee, Robinson should be able to prove his worth during summer and fall practice. The freshman could contribute to the offense right away, even if Keaontay Ingram and Roschon Johnson are currently ahead of him on the depth chart. His physicality, elusiveness, and speed make him one of the most special prospects Tom Herman has ever had.

Unlike going into the 2019 season, running back will not be a question for Texas in 2020. As long as Robinson is in Austin, the Longhorns have a star waiting to burst out on to the scene. Even if the ball does not get rolling this season, Robinson will still have three more years to show his worth.

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10 potential candidates to become the next star for Texas football

With Sam Ehlinger graduating in May, Texas needs a new face of the program. Here are 10 potential candidates to become the next star for UT:

Right now, the star and face of Texas football is senior Sam Ehlinger. Ever since his freshman year for the Longhorns, the quarterback has led the team by example, both on and off the field.

With the Austin native graduating in May 2021, Tom Herman’s team is going to need a new star to be the face of the program. While being a leader is helpful, their production on the field needs to become the priority.

Texas has promising players on both the offensive and defensive side of the ball. All big named recruits coming out of high school, their level of success will be determined by the coaching staff throughout the next couple of years. If expectations are met, the Longhorns will field a roster full of future NFL talent.

Here are 10 potential candidates to become the next star for Texas football:

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Which Texas football newcomer will make the biggest impact in 2020?

Each Longhorns Wire staff contributors chose which newcomer will have the biggest impact for Texas this season.

It’s time for another Longhorns Wire roundtable discussion. Continue reading “Which Texas football newcomer will make the biggest impact in 2020?”

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WATCH: Texas running back Roschon Johnson showcases footwork

Roschon Johnson is experiencing his first offseason of preparation as a running back.

The backfield at Texas is loaded with talent. Continue reading “WATCH: Texas running back Roschon Johnson showcases footwork”

Locked on Longhorns Podcast: recruiting rankings

The Locked on Longhorns Podcast discusses the latest recruiting efforts and rankings. Plus what we are looking forward to with the NFL Draft

Cami and Patrick kick off the show by discussing two of the latest updates on four-star recruits that the Texas Longhorns are currently targeting. Could former Longhorn Marquise Goodwin be on the move? According to reports the 49ers are looking to move him for cap relief.

Tom Herman recently discussed a few names for the new incomers that could earn playing time relatively early in the 2020 football season. Bijan Robinson, Alfred Collins and Prince Dorbah could all be in the mix. Another player could be one of the young safeties. Plus is anyone surprised at how well Mack Brown is doing on the recruiting front?

With the NFL Draft just a day away, they discuss what they are looking forward to most and any plans they may have.

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Locked on Longhorns: Latest NFL Draft news and notes

With the NFL Draft only a few days away, Cami and Patrick discuss the latest projections for three former Longhorns.

Cami and Patrick open the show discussing a question from the Texas Longhorns social media team, which Longhorn would you like to meet? Hudson Card’s workout while the isolation continues and recruiting updates.

The duo discuss the latest mock drafts and what analysts are saying about the professional projections of Brandon Jones, Devin Duvernay, and Collin Johnson. Could Devin Duvernay be the first Longhorn selected? Two analysts have him going in round two of the draft.

The WNBA Draft took place on Friday night, where are two Longhorns going to start their professional careers? Greg Brown is expected to make his decision on Friday, could the G league be a potential fit? Vic Schaefer has been busy in his first week as the head coach of the women’s team with building his roster.

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Bijan Robinson among the top 25 running back projections

247 released their latest top 25 position projections, this time at running back. Incoming freshman Bijan Robinson among the list.

Recently 247 Sports put together their list of top quarterbacks for the 2020 season which included Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger. The next list of projections from 247 is the running backs. On this particular list one Texas running back made the list which included plenty of talented backs. Bijan Robinson comes in at number 23.

One of two true freshman in this Top 25, Robinson — a five-star — could flourish as a first-year player with the Longhorns after rushing for more than 7,000 yards at the prep level. He was the crown jewel in an impressive haul for Tom Herman.

The fact that a true freshman running back that has yet to take a snap for a team, much less actually stepped foot on his new campus is quite the compliment. There has been plenty of hype surrounding the number one running back in the country according to 247 composite rankings. Much of it is warranted considering what he was able to accomplish on the field in Arizona.

Other Big 12 running backs to make the list:

  • 1: Chuba Hubbard, Oklahoma State
  • 10: Breece Hall, Iowa State
  • 13: Pooka Williams, Kansas
  • 20: Kennedy Brooks, Oklahoma

The Big 12 has plenty of talent at the position and which running back will stand the tallest by the end of the season will be exciting to watch. The Longhorns have three running backs who will likely be in the mix during 2020 season. However, Bijan Robinson should be the one who stands tallest for the Longhorns by seasons end.

Texas RB Bijan Robinson among top 10 playmakers in the 2020 class

Texas signee Bijan Robinson was named one of the top 10 playmakers out of the 2020 class, according to 247Sports.

Whenever there’s a list regarding the top prospects in the 2020 recruiting class, running back Bijan Robinson deserves to be on it.

The most recent recruiting cycle is loaded with talent on the offensive side of the ball. According to 247Sports, Texas signee Bijan Robinson is among the top ten playmakers in the nation.

The ten players range in positions from running back, quarterback, wide receiver, and tight end. A playmaker could have many meanings, perhaps it’s one who controls the flow of the teams offense. It could be a player who seems to provide highlight reels constantly. Unbelievable plays. Acrobatic catches. Unstoppable.

However you choose to define a playmaker, Robinson is just that. The Texas signee was the No. 1 running back in the nation by the end of his recruiting cycle. He’s the type of player that can do it all.

Robinson became the first running back in Arizona history to rush for more than 2,000 yards in three different seasons. The Salpointe Cathloic product finished his high school career with 7,036 yards and 112 total touchdowns.

The 6-0, 200-pound back participated in the All-American Bowl and the Polynesian Bowl over the past few months, solidifying his ranking. He has terrific vision and is a threat to score from anywhere on the field.

This type of talent doesn’t come around often. Robinson is expected to make an immediate impact at Texas as a true freshman.

 

 

 

 

2020 Texas Longhorns: Bijan Robinson Profile

Withe the newest recruiting class coming in, we profile Bijan Robinson and what type of impact he could make in 2020.

For the Texas Longhorns in the 2020 recruiting class, there was no higher rated recruit than Bijan Robinson out of Salpointe Catholic of Arizona. He ended up as the number one running back in the country just ahead of North Shore’s Zachary Evans who was rated above him all the way up until right before National Signing Day.

Robinson’s Accomplishments:

  • 7,036 high school career rushing yards
  • 103 rushing touchdowns
  • 836 receiving yards
  • nine receiving touchdowns
  • 12.9 yards per rush / 13.5 yards per touch
  • Arizona 4A State record holder for Rushing Yards
  • Polynesian Bowl Participant
  • US Army All-American Game Participant
  • USA Today High School All-American

In high school it was like Robinson was a man among boys at the rate he destroyed opposing defenses. He helped lead the Salpointe Catholic football team to back to back to back state championship appearances but just couldn’t finish it off for the Lancers. Robinson will now look to help lead Texas to their first Big 12 Championship since their last National Championship run back in the 2009-2010 season.

Running the football was in his blood. Robinson’s uncle Paul was a running back for the Arizona Wildcats and went on to play six years in the NFL with the Cincinnati Bengals and Houston Oilers. There wasn’t a more complete back in this recruiting class than Robinson. He has the patience and vision that made him an elite talent at the high school level.

Running the ball isn’t the only way that the Texas Longhorns signee can impact the game as he made strides as a receiver out of the backfield. While Robinson only averaged just over 200 yards per season as a pass catcher, he shows the willingness is there. In the Texas offense, he will likely get more opportunity to catch the ball from quarterback Sam Ehlinger, just ask Keaontay Ingram.

For Robinson, he will likely split carries during his freshman season in Austin. However, he likely will get a lions share of the workload in his sophomore and junior seasons. He will be viewed as the next Longhorns running back that likely goes near the top of draft by the time he is done with his collegiate career. For now, Bijan Robinson will aim to be the best back on the field for the team in burnt orange.

 

USA Today Sports: Texas Ends 2020 Class With Highest Rated Player In Big 12

The Texas Longhorns finished the 2020 recruiting class with the highest rated player in the Big 12 on USA Today Sports top 25.

The Texas Longhorns are enjoying another top ten recruiting class with two five-star signings according to 247 ratings. Along with the five-stars (Bijan Robinson, Alfred Collins), the team added 13 more players that finished with four-stars.

USA Today Sports put together their top 25 rated prospects in all of the country. The Texas Longhorns finished with the highest rated player to sign in the Big 12, Bijan Robinson.

Robinson is arguably the top all-purpose back in the country, with the ability to hurt defenses as a runner or receiver. His combination of athleticism, speed and agility are exceptional. – Jason Jordan of USA Today Sports

The only other Big 12 school in the top 25 with a top recruit is the Oklahoma Sooners. Robinson will enroll in the fall and begin his college football career this season. The number one ranked running back in the nation according to 247 sports is drawing comparisons to current NFL running back Alvin Kamara of the New Orleans Saints.