Explosive, dynamic, and dangerous with the ball in his hands — Joe Norman III has the makings of an elite wideout prospect in the 2029 class. He’s quick off the line of scrimmage, firing out with quick twitch and balance that immediately puts defensive backs in conflict. Possesses elite track-level speed and agility, creating instant separation downfield and the ability to blow the top off a defense in a blink of an eye. His acceleration is special — rare burst that translates both vertically and laterally.

Norman plays as a true weapon in space. He’s a dangerous slot presence with the versatility to move outside and win 1-on-1 as WR1 or WR2. Reliable hands — consistently looks the ball in, transitions into YAC mode smoothly, and turns routine plays into chunk gains or touchdowns. Adds real value as a return man, capable of flipping the field or scoring on any touch. Shows strong effort as a perimeter blocker, rounding out an already well-balanced skillset.

To reach his full potential, improving his route precision and footwork refinement will be key. Adding more open-field creativity beyond pure speed — including juke and spin variations — would make him even tougher to contain. Norman has Division I-level athletic tools and ceiling — a name to circle early among Texas 2029 WRs.

Projection: Division I FBS with a high ceiling

Evaluated: 11/4/25

By: Emmanuel Charles Lobo