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Carlos Barela
Returning to New Mexico for 2026
Carlos Barela
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
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CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Jason Eck
How he plays
2026 Outlook
New Mexico
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive tackle · New Mexico
Returning around him
- 1 New Mexico player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: +1 net (15 in / 14 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
New Mexico · Last season: 9-4 · Talent rank #131 · 2026 recruiting class #87
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