Updated 2026 Rankings: New Additions (Part 2)
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We published our newly updated 2026 prospect rankings on Monday, As always, the list features many newcomers. Here are 10 more of the top new additions to the 2026 rankings (listed in alphabetical order): Caleb Aranda Caleb Aranda 5'10" |…
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Continue ReadingWe published our newly updated 2026 prospect rankings on Monday, As always, the list features many newcomers. Here are 10 more of the top new additions to the 2026 rankings (listed in alphabetical order):
Caleb Aranda Caleb Aranda 5'10" | 150 lbs | K Lovington | 2026 State NM , Lovington: Aranda is one of the top young placekickers in the state. He scored 49 points for Lovington’s Class 4A state championship winning team in 2023, including 43-of-46 extra point attempts. His field goal range extends beyond 50 yards. TCU has invited Aranda to its Specialist Camp on June 2.
Tru Camejo Tru Camejo 5'6" | DB Ruidoso | 2026 State NM , Ruidoso: Carrejo was a two-way standout for Ruidoso in 2023, rushing for 211 yards and averaging 6.4 yards per carry while making 30 tackles on defense. Expect Ruidoso, the 3A state champions in 2022, to bounce back strong after a down season last fall.
Alberto Landeros Alberto Landeros 5'8" | 150 lbs | RB Albuquerque High | 2026 State NM , Albuquerque High: Overcoming an injury, Landeros managed to carry the ball over 50 times and catch 9 passes for the Bulldogs last season. He’ll be a major offensive weapon for AHS this coming season.
Israel Lopez Israel Lopez 5'8" | 150 lbs | DB Sandia | 2026 State NM , Sandia: One of the best young defensive backs in Albuquerque. Lopez helped fuel Sandia’s underrated defense last season with 31 tackles, 3 TFL and 2 interceptions. He should take another step forward this season as the Matadors looks to again earn a top four see in the 6A playoffs.
Ismael Mendez Ismael Mendez NM , Volcano Vista: Volcano Vista head coach Chad Wallin says the Hawks should be more dynamic at wide receiver in 2024 and Mendez is a key reason for that sentiment. Nicknamed ‘Taco,’ Mendez was impressive at the College Prospect Id showcase in February. Good speed and hands. Visited New Mexico State in April.
Diego Ortega Diego Ortega 6'4" | 270 lbs | OL Alamogordo | 2026 State NM , Alamogordo: Ortega is another up-and-coming offensive lineman. He’s 6-foot-4, 280 pounds and earned Second Team All-District honors as a sophomore in 2023. Alamogordo looks to get back into the 6A playoffs after just missing the field last fall.
Kolbe Padilla Kolbe Padilla 6'0" | 150 lbs | DB St. Pius X | 2026 State NM , St. Pius X: As we’ve written, St. Pius X is loaded with exciting young talent. Padilla is one of the Sartans’ main contributors on defense, finishing with 42 tackles, 10.0 TFL and 2 sacks as a DB. St. Pius X will be one of the most intriguing teams in Class 4A this season.
Styles Vigil Styles Vigil 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB Hope Christian | 2026 State NM , Hope Christian: Vigil performed well at the Prep Redzone Combine in Grants last month. He fills a variety of roles for the Huskies, primarily DB. He was promoted to the varsity last season and finished with 20 tackles and 1 fumble recovery in 6 games.
Anthony Villa Anthony Villa 5'10" | 155 lbs | RB Centennial | 2026 State NM , Centennial: Described by his coach as “quick and tough’, Villa is expected to share the RB load with Rudy Rios Rudy Rios 5'10" | 160 lbs | RB Centennial | 2025 State NM this season after an encouraging start to his varsity career in 2023.
Frankie Zavala Jr. Frankie Zavala Jr. 6'0" | 255 lbs | OL Gadsden | 2026 State NM , Gadsden: The Panthers should have an outstanding offensive line in 2024 with Zavala, Jr, Javier Filerio Javier Filerio 6'3" | 295 lbs | OL Gadsden | 2025 State NM and others. Zavala Jr. is 6-foot-0, 255 pounds with good feet and mobility and has drawn interest on the recruiting trail. North Dakota State, Northwestern, Texas Tech and Portland State of the Big Sky Conference have invited him to camp.