Hometown product and junior quarterback Mark Torrez of Eastwood High School only appeared in one game last season, but did gain extensive experience as a redshirt freshman.
During his freshman year, Torrez played in seven games, completing 14 of 48 passes for 126 yards with no passing touchdowns and two interceptions. Torrez played a significant role in games versus New Mexico State and the University of Arizona scoring a rushing touchdown against the Wildcats, but both games ending up being lopsided losses.
Against New Mexico State, Torrez completed four of 16 passes for 38 yards with two interceptions as UTEP lost 63-16.