Shepherd showcased quickness, burst, and balance throughout day one of the YAA All American Showcase.

The Legacy Sports Science running back moved efficiently during individual drills and excelled in pursuit work against linebackers. Shepherd consistently displayed acceleration through traffic along with the ability to separate in open space.

He was selected as a top performer on day one after a productive showing across multiple competitive periods.

Shepherd is coming off a junior season in which he rushed for 883 yards and eight touchdowns, and his performance in Houston reinforced his playmaking ability heading into the fall.

Julian put together a productive and balanced season, finishing with 883 rushing yards on just 76 carries while finding the end zone 8 times. He ran with efficiency and consistency, showing the ability to generate steady gains while also breaking off explosive plays when opportunities opened up.

What stands out in his game is his versatility. Julian isn’t limited to just the ground game he added 191 receiving yards, proving he can be a reliable option out of the backfield and contribute in the passing game. That dual-threat ability makes him harder to defend and keeps him involved in multiple phases of the offense.

With 1,074 all-purpose yards, he showed he can impact the game in a variety of ways, whether it’s as a runner, receiver, or overall playmaker. Julian brings steady production, efficiency, and versatility traits that make him a dependable offensive weapon every time he’s on the field.

Julian made an impact at running back, finding the end zone for a touchdown and showing his ability to gain tough yards when it mattered most. His vision, speed, and determination make him a reliable playmaker and a key contributor for his team’s offense.