Braden Chick
6′2″ · 285 lb · Queen Creek, AZ · American Leadership Academy
Where he comes from
- Queen Creek, AZ
- American Leadership Academy
- About 300 miles from University Stadium (NM)
- Three-star recruit, No. 2411 nationally in the 2026 class, rating 0.8444.
Where he fits
New Mexico lists 19 offensive linemen this season.
His line is 18th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number, not his).
New Mexico’s week
- RecordNew Mexico is 5-1.
Players like him
Same class and position
From American Leadership Academy
Also from Queen Creek, AZ
News and fans
No outlet on our list has written about him by name this season.
New Mexico in the news
Where to follow him
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for New Mexico -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
Quality starterThree-star HS recruit
The unit he anchors ranks 18th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
New Mexico has produced 6 All-Conference offensive linemen.
Joined New Mexico in 2026
- 2026 New Mexico EckYear 1 · on the roster, no stat line
- Before collegeSigned with New Mexico in 2026 as a 3-star recruit, No. 2,411 in the country.
His moves
- Signed with New Mexico in the 2026 class, a 3-star recruit.
His career
2026
- Signed with New Mexico3-star out of American Leadership Academy