Carlos Rojas III, the dynamic playmaker who led the Riverside Rangers to a memorable season, has officially pledged to continue his football career at the University of Texas at El Paso, where he will join the Miners football program.
During his high school tenure, Rojas compiled 1,516 passing yards and 25 touchdowns while also rushing for 2,279 yards and 30 scores, showcasing a rare blend of arm strength and running ability.
From Quarterback to Wide Receiver
Although originally recruited as a quarterback, Rojas will now line up as a wide receiver for the Miners, a position he already proved he can dominate at the freshman level.
In his debut freshman season, he recorded 930 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns, hinting at the explosive potential that made his later high school numbers so impressive.
The Miners’ coaching staff sees the move as a strategic fit, leveraging Rojas’s speed, route‑running precision and knack for finding the end zone to add a new dimension to the offense.
Head coach Mike Gordon praised the player’s work ethic, noting that the transition reflects both tactical necessity and a vote of confidence in Rojas’s adaptability.
Riverside’s 2026 campaign is slated to open on August 28 against Parkland, a matchup that will mark Rojas’s first official appearance in a UTEP uniform and give fans a first look at his new role.
The excitement surrounding the debut extends beyond the local community, as analysts anticipate how his dual‑threat background could influence offensive schemes across the conference.