Get to know 2025 signee James Simon
Whether you’re a diehard recruiting fan in need of a refresher or a casual fan in need of only the particulars, this will be the series for you.
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The first national signing day for college football begins December 4 and runs through December 6. This series gives you the chance to familiarize yourself with the next class charged with keeping Texas in a position of national prominence.
To win at a consistently high level means stacking talented class after talented class. The top-five 2025 class does just that following top-six finishes in the 2022, 2023, and 2024 classes.
On the first national signing day, Inside Texas will offer profiles of each member of the 2025 signing class. Up next, James Simon.
The Player: James Simon, RB, Shreveport (La.) Calvary Baptist Academy
The Rating: 92.25 (four-star)
The Ranking: Simon is ranked as the No. 150 overall prospect, the No. 10 running back, and the No. 5 player in Louisiana in the On3 Industry Ranking. On3 ranks Simon as the No. 200 overall prospect, the No. 15 running back, and the No. 8 player in Louisiana.
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The Highlights:
The Recruitment: Once an LSU commit, Simon eventually decided to leave Louisiana for Texas, impressed by the Longhorns’ running back development under Tashard Choice. He made his commitment at the On3 Elite Series in May, tooks his official visits in June, and remained steadfast in his pledge.
The Projection: Simon’s high school offense emphasized a throwback run scheme, the draw, which requires great burst and lateral agility. Simon executes jump cuts effectively and uses his quickness to find gaps. He’s a natural fit for zone or gap running schemes, similar to Jonathon Brooks. His ability to bounce runs outside or dart through interior gaps makes him a versatile weapon.
The Reasoning: Simon was drawn to the way Choice utilizes his running backs in versatile and productive roles. The culture and rotation opportunities at Texas sealed his decision.
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The Final Word: Simon gives Texas a back who excels at making defenders miss and consistently breaks arm tackles. His patient, methodical running style allows him to thrive as the game progresses.
