UTEP true freshman offensive tackle Preston Perkins was a 3-star recruit in the 2025 class, and he's currently working on the 3rd-team offensive unit for the Miners heading into the game on Saturday.
Though the Longhorns didn't offer him a scholarship, Perkins seemingly wanted to stay in the state of Texas and decided to commit to UTEP over out-of-state schools like New Mexico, Akron, and Chattanooga. The 6'6", 270-pound offensive lineman has an excellent frame and build, with more than enough room to add 30-40 pounds to his body over the next few seasons in El Paso.