Where the Best Compete: Inside Texas Elite Camp

Not every camp is about running a fast 40 or posting the best testing numbers, and that was the case at Texas today. The Elite Camp was built around teaching, development, and competition. Players spent much of the day working through position-specific drills, getting coached up on technique, and learning the details that can separate good players from great ones. Once the instruction was over, prospects had the chance to compete against other talented athletes in one-on-one settings and see where they stacked up. It was a day full of learning, energy, and opportunities for players to sharpen their game against some of the best competition around.    Dylan had a solid day in the trenches and showed why offensive line play is about more than just size. He worked with good balance throughout drills, stayed under control with his footwork, and consistently finished reps. What stood out most was his willingness to be coached and make adjustments as the day went on.     Ronnie was one of the more exciting two way players to watch today, and he's definitely a name to keep an eye on this season. Playing both wide receiver and defensive back, he showed play on the offensive side of the ball as well on defense. At receiver, he was clean in and out of his routes with reliable hands, and on the defensive side he stayed composed in coverage as well catching an INT. What stood out most was how natural everything looked for him he didn't look overwhelmed at all, just steady and took all the coaching today. If he keeps developing at this pace, Ronnie is a player who's going to make a lot of noise this season.     Ryan put together a strong showing at wide receiver, especially during individual drills and one-on-ones where he really separated himself. He ran crisp routes, showed clean hands, and wasn't afraid to compete for every ball thrown his way. As the day went on, he only got more comfortable and started stacking wins against some quality defensive backs in 1v1 work. That consistency carried over into the later part of camp, and he ultimately left with an offer after proving he could perform against strong competition. Ryan's performance was one of those steady climbs all day long, and it definitely turned heads by the end.     Noah looked the part all day at tight end at 6'4” and carried himself like a guy who belongs in big-time settings. From the start of individual drills, he stood out with his frame, but what really separated him was how smooth he moved for his size. He was active in every drill, showed soft hands, and made it a point to absorb coaching and immediately apply it on the next rep. As the day went on, his consistency and growth didn't go unnoticed. By the end of camp, he had done enough to earn an offer, closing out a strong performance where he looked comfortable, coachable, and impactful throughout.     Samuel put together a strong, steady showing at linebacker and handled himself well throughout the day. He was active in drills, moved well laterally, and showed good instincts when reading plays in space. What stood out most was his effort and physicality he wasn't afraid to mix it up and competed on every rep. Samuel also took coaching well and made adjustments as the camp went on, which helped him look more comfortable as things sped up. Overall, it was a solid performance that showed he's a linebacker to keep an eye on as he continues to develop. Samuel later received an offer from Texas     Peyton continues to climb the ranks with a play style that just keeps translating no matter the setting. He had a strong day at camp, really locking in during individual work and showing that he's willing to be coached and adjust on the fly. As things picked up, he stayed consistent, played with confidence, and didn't shy away from competition in one on ones. The improvement throughout the day stood out just as much as the performance itself. By the end of camp, that growth paid off with an offer from Texas, capping off a productive showing and another step forward in his development.     APJR has been one of those receivers who's really started to take off since the PRZ camp a couple months back, and you can see the confidence growing every time he steps on the field. He's a smooth route runner who creates separation without needing a ton of wasted movement, and he's starting to pair that with more consistency catching the ball in traffic. What's been most noticeable is how far he's come in understanding how to work against different coverages—he's not just running routes anymore, he's playing the game within the route. The development has been steady, and he's quickly becoming a name that's starting to circulate more as he continues to stack strong performances.     Braylen has put together a really strong offseason, and it shows every time he steps on the field. He plays with a level of confidence that stands out right away, but it's the swagger and presence he carries himself with that really separates him from a lot of other guys. He doesn't look rushed or rattled just plays within himself and trusts his game. That confidence translates into how he competes, whether it's in drills or live reps, and he's been building off that all offseason. Braylen is the type of player who can change the energy of a field just by how he shows up and competes. Braylen was offered by Longhorns after camp.     Armstrong looked smooth throughout drills at defensive back, moving with real fluidity in and out of transitions. He stayed light on his feet, didn't waste steps, and showed he can change direction without losing speed. In coverage work, he kept good positioning and didn't panic when routes got aggressive, which helped him stay composed through every rep. As the drills went on, he continued to settle in and look more confident competing in space. It was a clean, controlled showing that stood out for how effortless he made the movement look.     Brayson showed some solid work today off the edge and made his presence felt in a few different moments. He came off the ball with good energy, used his hands well in drills, and showed flashes of being able to disrupt plays when he got into space. As the day went on, he looked more comfortable and started to settle into his technique a bit better. It was a good showing overall and another step in the right direction for him as he continues to develop at the edge spot. Brayson also left with an offer from Texas.     Fields came out with real intensity and looked comfortable from the jump. Through drills, he moved with purpose and showed he can bend the corner clean while limiting space for whoever is in front of him. There wasn't any hesitation in his game he looked confident working through each rep and stayed locked in as the pace picked up. That combination of movement and control really stood out to coaches on the field. By the end of the day, Fields had done enough to earn an offer from Texas, and he's definitely a name to keep an eye on in the 2026 class moving forward.     Jai'Storm was steady throughout the day working through offensive line drills and handled himself well in a competitive setting. He showed good effort in every rep, stayed engaged with coaching points, and continued to clean up his technique as drills progressed. There were moments where his strength and base stood out, especially when he stayed balanced through contact and finished plays with control. As the day went on, he looked more comfortable and consistent, showing signs of a player who is starting to understand how to translate coaching into real improvement. A solid camp overall with room to keep building.     Brandon had a strong showing during drills and competed well throughout the day. He uses his length effectively, covering ground with long strides and staying efficient getting in and out of his breaks. There's a natural smoothness to how he moves, and he didn't look rushed even as the tempo picked up. He stayed engaged in every rep, showed he can stay controlled through transitions, and continued to get better as drills went on. Overall, it was a solid performance that showed real upside with his movement and competitiveness.     Khalen worked through linebacker drills with good energy and stayed active throughout the day. He moved well laterally, showed effort in every rep, and kept himself engaged as the pace of drills picked up. There were flashes of him being able to read and react quickly, especially when breaking downhill and closing space. He also took coaching in stride and made small adjustments as things went on, which helped him look more comfortable as the day progressed. A steady showing overall with clear room to keep developing. Taylor received an offer from Texas.     Mac had a solid showing on the offensive line and competed well throughout the drill work. He came off the ball with good effort, stayed engaged in every rep, and showed he's willing to mix it up in the trenches. There were moments where his base and hand placement stood out, especially when he stayed controlled through contact and finished plays the right way. As the day went on, he continued to settle in and looked more comfortable handling different looks. It was a steady performance that showed toughness and a foundation he can keep building on.     Jayden looked solid during individual drills and handled himself well in a competitive setting. He moved with good effort, stayed active through every rep, and showed he's willing to compete in the trenches. There were flashes of good balance and control, especially when he stayed square and finished his work through contact. As the drill work went on, he looked more comfortable and started to clean up the small details in his technique. Overall, it was a steady showing that gave a good glimpse of his potential moving forward.     Amir had a solid showing at linebacker last night and competed with good energy throughout his reps. He stayed active in drills, moved well laterally, and showed effort when breaking downhill to the ball. There were moments where his instincts showed up, especially when he reacted quickly and stayed around the action. He didn't back down from contact and continued to compete even as things sped up. As the session went on, he looked more comfortable and started to settle into a better rhythm overall. A steady performance with room to keep growing.     CJ had a solid showing during drills and looked comfortable working through the different station work. He moved with good effort, stayed engaged on every rep, and didn't shy away from competing when things got physical. There were flashes where his timing and awareness stood out, especially when he stayed composed and finished plays clean. As the drill work went on, he settled in and started stacking more consistent reps. Overall, it was a steady performance that showed he's continuing to develop and build confidence.     Kipton put in solid work at defensive back and stayed active throughout the drill periods. He moved well in space, showed good effort transitioning in and out of breaks, and competed on every rep. There were flashes where his positioning stood out, especially when he stayed patient and didn't open up too early in coverage. As the day went on, he looked more comfortable and started to settle into the tempo of the work. Overall, it was a steady showing that showed he can continue to develop with more experience and reps.     David had a solid day off the edge and showed some real effort when it came to bending the corner. He came off the ball with good energy, stayed active with his hands, and didn't take plays off during drill work.     Snell had a solid showing and stood out for how well he connected with his wide receivers throughout the day. There was clear timing and trust in the way he delivered the ball, and he didn't hesitate to put it where his guys could make plays. Even when the reps got competitive, he stayed composed and kept the offense moving with good decision making.     Johnson showed a good feel for the receiver position and really stood out with how clean he gets in and out of his breaks. He understands route running for his level, using efficient footwork and pacing to create separation without wasting movement. In drills, he stayed composed, ran each route with intent, and consistently got back to a strong finishing point on his cuts.     Jordan showed real quick-twitch ability at defensive back and it stood out in the way he got in and out of his breaks. He was explosive in transition, stayed low through his cuts, and didn't lose much speed when flipping his hips or breaking on routes. That burst helped him stay tight in coverage and recover quickly when needed.     Josh put together a solid showing at linebacker and handled himself well throughout camp. He stayed active in drills, moved with good purpose, and showed effort when working downhill and closing space. There were moments where his instincts stood out.     Micah looked really smooth throughout drills and moved with a natural rhythm that stood out right away. He stayed light on his feet, transitioned clean in and out of movements, and didn't look rushed at any point during the session. There was a clear comfort level in how he handled each rep, and he kept things consistent from start to finish.     Deron looked comfortable in the bag drills and carried that same energy into the one-on-one periods. In the bag work, he showed good patience and balance, staying composed while working through his reads and keeping his feet active without overthinking things. When the session moved into live reps, he competed well and showed flashes of burst once he found a crease.     Koleman is finally starting to get the opportunities he's been waiting for, and it's easy to see why he's been talked about all last season. At tight end, he's been showing steady growth every time he steps on the field, and now that reps are coming his way, he's making the most of them. He competes well in drills, moves with confidence for his size, and continues to improve as a pass catcher and overall athlete. There's a noticeable comfort level in his game right now, and he's starting to put it all together at the right time. If he keeps trending this way, he's going to be a problem for defenses this season. Koleman got offer after the camp.     Corey had a solid showing at linebacker and stood out for his reaction skills throughout drills. He read things quickly, triggered downhill with confidence, and didn't hesitate when it was time to close space. That quick response time showed up consistently and helped him stay around the ball in different situations. He also competed well through contact and kept his energy up from start to finish.     Jaxon had a solid showing in drills and looked comfortable getting in and out of his breaks with clean footwork. He moved efficiently through routes and didn't waste steps when transitioning, which helped him stay sharp throughout the session. His hands stood out as well—he was consistent catching the ball away from his body and finished his reps with control. A     Bowens put together a solid showing and definitely made himself a player to keep an eye on moving forward. He competed well throughout drills, stayed engaged in every rep, and didn't shy away from physical moments when things sped up. There were flashes where his athleticism and effort really stood out, especially when he stayed active and finished plays strong. As the day went on, he looked more comfortable and started to find a better rhythm in his work.     Jordin showed some real tools off the edge and had a good feel for bending the corner. He's got a natural lean when he comes around the edge that allows him to stay tight without losing speed, and that showed up during drill work. He competed well through reps, stayed active with his hands, and didn't get stuck in contact for long.     Wyatt handled himself well in offensive line drills and showed a lot of grit throughout the session. He worked through each rep with purpose, staying active with his feet and keeping his hands ready in contact situations. What stood out was his willingness to reset quickly after mistakes and keep competing without letting anything carry over. He looked more comfortable as the drills went on and started to string together cleaner reps late in the day. It was a tough, steady showing that reflects a lineman who just keeps working.     Dylan had a strong showing going through drills and looked really clean in how he handled each rep. He moved with good balance, stayed composed through transitions, and didn't look rushed as the tempo picked up. There was a noticeable level of control in his footwork, and he stayed consistent from start to finish.     Sean had a solid showing working through offensive line drills and handled himself well in a competitive setting. He came off the ball with good effort, stayed active with his feet, and showed he can stay balanced through contact. There were moments where his hand placement and control stood out, especially when he kept his base and finished reps the right way.    The Texas Elite Camp brought together a strong mix of young up-and-coming prospects and established high school talent, creating a competitive environment from start to finish. Every station and one-on-one period had guys pushing each other, learning on the fly, and showing what they could do against quality competition. Coaches stayed active throughout the day, and players responded by competing hard while also taking in instruction and getting better with each rep. It was the kind of setting where you could see who's willing to be coached and who can elevate their game in a fast-paced environment. Overall, it was a productive day filled with talent, competition, and development across the board.   The next stop will be Trinity University on Tuesday, June 2.

Not every camp is about running a fast 40 or posting the best testing numbers, and that was the case at Texas today. The Elite Camp was built around teaching, development, and competition. Players spent much of the day working through position-specific drills, getting coached up on technique, and learning the details that can separate good players from great ones. Once the instruction was over, prospects had the chance to compete against other talented athletes in one-on-one settings and see where they stacked up. It was a day full of learning, energy, and opportunities for players to sharpen their game against some of the best competition around.