UTSA LB, North Shore Grad Shad Banks Invited to Texans Local Prospect Day

Banks excelled at East-West Shrine game, now gets chance to impress hometown team

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:51pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the dynamic motion of a linebacker making a tackle, with sharp planes of navy, green, and orange conveying the intensity of the sport.A cubist interpretation of a UTSA linebacker's aggressive pursuit of the ball, reflecting Shad Banks Jr.'s relentless playmaking ability.Houston Today

Former North Shore standout wide receiver and TCU linebacker Shad Banks Jr. has been invited to work out for the Houston Texans at their local prospect day on Thursday. Banks had a strong performance at the East-West Shrine Bowl all-star game and was a standout starter at UTSA, where he made an immediate impact with a team-high 94 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, two sacks, three interceptions, one forced fumble, and three fumble recoveries.

Why it matters

Banks is looking to achieve his NFL dream, and the Texans local prospect day gives him a chance to impress his hometown team. North Shore has produced several NFL players, and Banks is hoping to continue that tradition.

The details

After transferring from TCU, where he had to change positions and dealt with injuries, Banks found success at UTSA. He was named to the all-conference team and had several standout games, including a 41-yard fumble return for a touchdown against Rice. Banks has also participated in other all-star games like the Hula Bowl and American Bowl as he prepares for the NFL draft.

  • Banks will work out for the Texans on Thursday, April 6, 2026.
  • He had a strong performance at the East-West Shrine Bowl in 2026.

The players

Shad Banks Jr.

A former standout wide receiver and linebacker at North Shore High School who transferred to TCU and then UTSA, where he emerged as a star linebacker and is now getting a chance to work out for his hometown Houston Texans ahead of the NFL draft.

North Shore High School

A high school in the Houston area that has produced several NFL players, including K'Lavon Chaisson, Upton Stout, and Zach Evans.

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What they’re saying

“I'm a playmaker. I'm always around the ball and trying to get to the ball. I'm a leader. I lead by example. I love the game. I'm passionate about the game. I hate losing.”

— Shad Banks Jr., UTSA Linebacker

“Everybody at UTSA is a great person. The coaches want what's best for you. Going there, I felt like a kid when I first started playing again. They just wanted me to get better and have fun.”

— Shad Banks Jr., UTSA Linebacker

What’s next

Banks will look to impress the Texans and other NFL teams at his local prospect day workout on Thursday, April 6, 2026. A strong performance could boost his chances of being selected in the upcoming NFL draft.

The takeaway

Shad Banks Jr.'s journey from North Shore High School standout to UTSA star linebacker has put him on the cusp of achieving his NFL dream. The Texans local prospect day gives him a chance to showcase his skills to his hometown team and continue the pipeline of NFL talent from North Shore.