Updated 2024 Rankings: New Additions (Part 1)
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We’ve released the updated 2024 rankings. As always, we’ve added dozens of new prospects. In Part 1 of a series, we tell you who they are and explain why they were deservedly added to the rankings (players listed in alphabetical…
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Continue ReadingWe’ve released the updated 2024 rankings. As always, we’ve added dozens of new prospects. In Part 1 of a series, we tell you who they are and explain why they were deservedly added to the rankings (players listed in alphabetical order):
Dace Begay Dace Begay 5'7" | 205 lbs | OL Silver | 2024 State NM , Silver: Silver had one of the top rushing attacks in Class 4A last season and Begay proved to be a gritty interior offensive lineman.
Jayden Bosquez Jayden Bosquez 5'10" | 235 lbs | OL Lovington | 2024 State NM , Lovington: Bosquez has steadily become one of the top offensive linemen in southern New Mexico. Last season he earned 1st team All-District honors after securing Second-Team All-District honors as a sophomore in 2021. He’s a major reason Lovington’s rushing attack is top-notch.
Alex Chavez Alex Chavez 5'8" | 160 lbs | RB Espanola Valley | 2024 State NM , Espanola Valley: The northern New Mexico town of Espanola isn’t known as a football hotbed, but The Sundevils were one of the surprise teams in Class 4A last season, barely missing the playoffs with a 6-4 record. Chavez sparked the turnaround with 711 rushing yards and 12 TD on 104 carries. He also had 19 tackles on defense.
AJ Flores AJ Flores 6'1" | 175 lbs | DB Deming | 2024 State NM , Deming: The 6-foot-0, 170-pound Flores is a strong and fast defensive back for the Wildcats. The first time he ran 100 meters in a competition was less than a month ago and he ran 11.7 seconds. He’s also a member of Deming’s 4×100 relay team. He ran his split in 11.05 seconds at the district meet.
Ezekiel Holland Ezekiel Holland OL Silver | 2024 State NM , Silver: Another solid member of the Silver offensive line who is primed to have a BIG senior season. Expectations are high for the Colts’ offense in 2023 with the quarterback set to be. . .
Adan Jacquez Adan Jacquez 6'1" | 160 lbs | QB Silver | 2024 State NM , Silver: Jacquez was the backup QB for the Colts last season and carried the football 42 times in addition to making 37 tackles on defense. Jacquez is a tremendous athlete. Camp invitations have been rolling in for Jacquez – Eastern New Mexico, Texas State, Dakota Wesleyan and UT Permian Basin so far.
Kennard Lewis Kennard Lewis 6'0" | 160 lbs | WR Las Cruces | 2024 State NM , Las Cruces: The 6-foot-1, 190-pound Lewis is a good-sized receiver for the Bulldawgs. Junior Day invitations from Eastern New Mexico and Western New Mexico. Recently visited Silver City to check out the WMNU campus and facilities.
Nikolas Ramirez Nikolas Ramirez 5'10" | 205 lbs | LB Cibola | 2024 State NM , Cibola: Ramirez is one of the more underrated linebackers in the Albuquerque Metro region. Last season he amassed 76 tackles, 6 TFL and 1 interceptions for the Cougars.
Diego Viscarra Diego Viscarra 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR Albuquerque High | 2024 State NM , Albuquerque High: The 5-foot-11, 170-pound Viscarra is a solid two-way player for the Bulldogs. Defensively, he made 76 tackles with 3 passes defended. He also had 12 receptions for 150 yards and 1 TD. AHS will count on him heavily in 2023.
Nehemiah Yorfee Nehemiah Yorfee 6'1" | 180 lbs | DL Portales | 2024 State NM , Portales: The 6-foot-1, 200 pound Yorfee is a good-sized defensive end for the Rams, who enjoyed a bounce back season in 2022 and have high hopes in 2023. He had 39 tackles, 4 TFL and 4 sacks last season. The Rams want him to be a disruptive force again as a senior.