Texas senior Johnathan Gray was named a preseason candidate on Thursday for the Doak Walker Award, honoring the nation's top running back.
Heading into his final season, Gray has tallied 2,118 rushing yards which ranks 15th on the UT all-time list. He has played in 35 career games, including 13 starts.
A native of Aledo, Texas, Gray rushed for 90 or more yards in five games during 2013 despite missing four contests with an Achilles injury. Last season, he returned to play in all 13 games, posting 637 rushing yards and a team-best seven scores on the ground.