Terion Stewart

NFL Draft Profile: Terion Stewart

Position: Running Back | School: Virginia Tech (via Bowling Green) | Class: Graduate Senior

Height: 5'9" | Weight: 222 lbs | Archetype: Power / 3-Down Back (Bowling Ball)

College Career Summary

Terion Stewart’s collegiate path is one of the most unique in this draft cycle. A star at Bowling Green, he led the Falcons in rushing as a true freshman in 2020. After sitting out the 2022 season to focus on his academic and mental well-being—a move widely praised for its maturity—he returned in 2023 and 2024 to lead the nation in missed tackles forced per attempt.

Seeking to test himself at the Power 4 level, he transferred to Virginia Tech for the 2025 season. Despite a late-season shoulder injury that limited his production, he proved his "Bowling Ball" style translates to the ACC, most notably with a 174-yard explosion against NC State. He enters the draft process as a high-floor rotational prospect with legendary efficiency in breaking tackles.

2025 Regular Season Stats

• Rushing: 82 Carries, 469 Yds, 0 TD (5.7 avg)

• Receiving: 4 Receptions, 19 Yds, 0 TD

• Career Totals: 480 Carries, 2,836 Yds, 23 TD (5.9 avg)

2025 Game-by-Game Grades

Week	Opponent	Stats (Rush/Yds/TD)	Grade	Scout's Notes
1	vs South Carolina	DNP	N/A	Missed opener; transition period.
2	vs Vanderbilt	3/10/0	C	Limited snaps in debut; offense struggled to find rhythm.
3	vs Old Dominion	8/55/0	B+	First glimpse of efficiency; 6.9 YPC in relief.
4	vs Wofford	DNP	N/A	Rested against FCS opponent.
5	@ NC State	15/174/0	A+	Season Peak. Career-high yardage; physically dominated.
6	vs Wake Forest	9/62/0	A-	Continued high efficiency; elite vision on display.
7	@ Georgia Tech	6/24/0	B-	Injury. Played through shoulder issue; usage limited.
9	vs California	14/48/0	C+	High volume but lacked the explosive "juice."
10	vs Louisville	8/22/0	C	Stifled by a fast front; struggled to break second-level tackles.
12	@ Florida State	8/43/0	B	Showed life in a blowout; tough interior running.
13	vs Miami (FL)	3/9/0	C-	Minimal impact in a high-tempo game script.
14	@ Virginia	8/22/0	D+	Worst Game. Season finale; looked hampered by lingering health.

Scouting Grade Rubric

Intangibles (.20) — Grade: 94/100

• Leadership: Respected veteran; navigated the portal and multiple systems with zero friction.

• Mental Toughness: High. Publicly prioritized mental health and returned to play at an elite level.

• Competitor: Elite "tackle-breaking" drive; refuses to go down on first contact.

• Star Power: When healthy, he is a highlight reel of broken ankles and run-over safeties.

Physical Tools (.20) — Grade: 84/100

• Height/Weight: 5'9", 222 lbs. (Under Height target; Surpasses 215lb Weight target).

• Stamina: Good, though shoulder issues in 2025 prevented "bell-cow" workloads.

• Durability: Concerns. Missed time in 2021 and 2025; physical style takes a toll.

• Injury History: Shoulder and ankle history must be vetted at the Combine.

Attributes (.20) — Grade: 91/100

• Ball Security: Solid. Only one fumble in the 2025 season on limited touches.

• Vision: Elite. Especially effective in zone schemes where he can cut back and hunt space.

• Contact Balance: Legendary. Statistically one of the best in PFF history at staying upright.

• Catching: Improving but limited. Natural hands but a very shallow route tree.

• Pass Block: High-level. His 222lb frame allows him to stone-wall blitzers effectively.

Athleticism (.20) — Grade: 86/100

• Speed: Functional speed (~4.60). Not a home-run hitter, but hard to catch once moving.

• Agility: Above average. Uses a "bouncing" style to weave through traffic.

• Change of Direction: Sudden. Can abort his aiming spot and find the backside crease instantly.

• Acceleration: Good initial burst; reaches top speed quickly for a stout back.

• Break Tackle: Prowess. His defining trait; leads the class in MTF/Attempt.

IQ (.20) — Grade: 95/100

• Awareness: High. Understands how to set up second-level blocks to maximize yardage.

NFL Scouting Report

• Strengths: Pro-ready frame and power; elite contact balance and tackle-breaking metrics; high-character leadership; reliable in pass protection.

• Weaknesses: Lacks game-breaking vertical speed; injury history suggests a rotational role rather than a starter; limited receiving production.

• Scheme Fit: Ideal for Zone-Run systems (e.g., Rams, 49ers) where his vision and cut-back ability can shine.

• NFL Comparison: Cam Skattebo / Javonte Williams.

Scout's Final Word

"Terion Stewart is a coach's dream for a short-yardage and rotational power role. He doesn't just run the ball; he punishes the defense. While he lacks the 4.4 speed to be a superstar, his ability to turn 2-yard losses into 4-yard gains is what keeps NFL offenses on schedule. If his medicals check out, he's a Day 3 pick who will make an immediate impact on special teams and as a 'closer' in the 4th quarter. Projected: Round 5–6."