University of the Incarnate Word Athletics

Rios was the first-ever University of the Incarnate Word football signee. He was named Lone Star Conference Honorable Mention, Player of the Week, All-Academic, and Commissioner's Honor Roll. He finished his football career holding 40 UIW records while making a name for himself nationally, earning ESPN Magazine Academic All-District, FCS Super Region third team, and Capital One Academic All-District.