
A high-upside, former top-25 RB recruit with Beaver fit
Ta'Ron Madison entered Oregon State as a three-star back and was ranked by Oregon Live as the nation’s No. 25 running back, giving him legitimate pedigree as a physical, scheme-flexible runner[1]. 247Sports described him as a strong addition who could complement a starter rather than just compete as a straight-line volume back, which points to value in versatility, fit, and depth-building[2]. If you’re looking for a back with proven recruiting credibility and room to grow into a complementary role, he’s worth tracking[1][2].