Victor Villafuerte
Victor Villafuerte is a defensive end at New Mexico, from Hollister, CA, who has not played in New Mexico's 8 games this season.
Where Villafuerte comes from
- Hollister, CA
- About 850 miles from University Stadium (NM)
- On the New Mexico roster since 2024
Where Villafuerte fits
New Mexico lists 20 defensive linemen this season.
New Mexico defensive linemen with a game this season
New Mexico is 7-1, No. 22 in the AP poll (week 10). Next: at Nevada, Fri Nov 6.
Similar players
Also from Hollister, CA
Where to follow
Splits
Home and road splits, scheme and staff
Supporting cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Jason Eck
Pass share
28.9%
142 pass / 349 run
Plays / game
61.4
8 games
Team sack rate
10.6%
180 dropbacks · PBP
Scheme: Run-heavy, slow tempo.
Awards
Victor Villafuerte plays defensive lineman for New Mexico.
No college stat recorded yet. Here's what we know.
New Mexico has produced 4 All-Conference defensive linemen. 1 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2026. Keyshawn James-Newby went on to the NFL out of this room (2026).
Three seasons at New Mexico
- 2026 New Mexico EckYear 3 · Games –
- 2025 New Mexico EckYear 2 · Games –
- 2024 New Mexico MendenhallYear 1 · Games –
Coaching lineage · 2024–2026
2 coachesCoaching transition mid-career: Bronco Mendenhall → Jason Eck. Worth noting in scheme + development context.