Newton has cemented himself as one of Texas’ most complete and dependable running backs. A patient runner with excellent vision, he thrives between the tackles but also has the burst to break long runs. His strength, balance, and natural receiving ability make him a versatile weapon in any situation. With back-to-back 2,000-yard seasons, Newton has proven he can handle a heavy workload and still produce at an elite level. Walnut Grove will continue to lean on its star senior as the games get tougher.

Newton was the offensive catalyst for the Wildcats, leading the team in both rushing and receiving. He totaled 141 rushing yards, 105 receiving yards, and four touchdowns. A true all-purpose back, Newton combined quickness and power, displaying elite cutback ability and a relentless workhorse mentality. His balance and vision consistently kept the chains moving and the defense off balance.

Cam put together a dominant outing at running back, racking up 188 total yards and 3 touchdowns. He ran with power, patience, and purpose — consistently finding gaps and making defenders miss in open space. His ability to bounce off tackles and accelerate through the second level made him a nightmare for defenses all night. Cam also showed great awareness in the passing game, contributing as a reliable option out of the backfield. It was a complete performance that highlighted his versatility and playmaking ability.

Cam Newton Cam Newton 5'10" | 181 lbs | RB Walnut Grove | 2026 State TX put together a dominant performance at running back, rushing for 191 yards on 11 carries with 2 touchdowns. He showed explosive speed, vision, and power, breaking tackles and consistently moving the chains, making him nearly unstoppable in the backfield.

Week Zero Stats: 191 yards, 2 TDs

Explosiveness and vision were on full display for Newton, who has a knack for cutting back against the grain and turning nothing into big plays. With home-run speed, he’s always a threat to score. Coming off a monster junior year (2,011 yards, 31 TDs), Newton looks poised to terrorize defenses again in 2025.

Offers: Sam Houston State, Army, Lamar, UTEP, Georgetown, Tulsa (with Power Four schools expected to get involved soon)

Newton was one of the most dominant backs in Texas last season, racking up 2,011 rushing yards and 31 touchdowns while leading Walnut Grove to a district title. He combines elite vision with excellent footwork and the quickness to make defenders miss at every level. Newton is one of the most productive and polished backs in the state.

Newton’s powerful running style between the tackles, combined with his ability to change directions quickly, was on full display in Walnut Grove’s 42-35 playoff win over Seguin. With 359 yards and 4 touchdowns in the game, he’s solidifying his place as one of the top performers this season. Newton is just 156 yards shy of 2,000 on the year. Newton picked up an offer from Temple recently. Look for Walnut Grove to continue to get the ball in Newton’s hands in the second round of the playoffs.

Newton had great game in the first week of the season in Walnut Grove’s 63-28 win versus Newman Smith. He set the tone with his power running and his ability to make plays in the passing game out of the back field. He is quick in space with the skill set to make players miss in the open field. Newton will be a player to watch this week as they take on Little Elm. He rushed for 111 yards with 2 touchdowns in Week Zero.