Eric Sandoval Araujo is a three-star recruit from El Paso, TX, out of El Paso Franklin (No. 2,694 in the 2026 class) who has not played in UTEP's 8 games this season.
Where Araujo comes from
- El Paso, TX
- El Paso Franklin
- Within 25 miles of Sun Bowl
- Three-star, No. 2,694 in the 2026 class.
Where Araujo fits
UTEP lists 20 offensive linemen this season.
The team’s line is 110th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
UTEP is 1-7. Next: vs Hawai'i, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From El Paso Franklin
Also from El Paso, TX
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for UTEP -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 110th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
UTEP has produced 9 All-Conference offensive linemen. 2 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2018. Elijah Klein went on to the NFL out of this room (2024).
Joined UTEP in 2026
- 2026 UTEP WaldenYear 1 · Games –
- High school El Paso FranklinEl Paso, TX · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 2,694 in the 2026 class. Signed with UTEP.Also from El Paso Franklin: Justin Morales (Arizona), Shay Smith (UTEP) and Beau Sparks (Texas State).
2026
- Signed with UTEPThree-star, out of El Paso Franklin
