The long-term vision is an unlikely one, but perhaps no longer impossible.
With the UTEP football team starting four seniors and a junior on its offensive line, the Miners are looking at a major rebuild this time next year.
Could that involve having five El Pasoans on the offensive line together at the same time?
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At the moment, UTEP’s roster lists 22 offensive linemen — five starters and 17 reserves that include six El Pasoans.
Ivan Escobar and Joseph Immediato making impacts
Montwood’s Ivan Escobar, a recently converted defensive lineman, and Eastwood’s Joseph Immediato figure to see the field this year as second-teamers.