City Series: Top 5 Defensive Backs In Albuquerque Metro Region
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We begin the final phase of our ‘City Series’ by taking a look at the Top 5 defensive backs in the Albuquerque Metro Region: Colt Mangino Colt Mangino 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB La Cueva | 2023 State NM…
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Continue ReadingWe begin the final phase of our ‘City Series’ by taking a look at the Top 5 defensive backs in the Albuquerque Metro Region:
Colt Mangino Colt Mangino 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB La Cueva | 2023 State NM , La Cueva: La Cueva doesn’t just have one of the most explosive offenses in the state, their defense is pretty stout too, which is why the Bears are a Class 6A title contender. The 6-foot-0, 170-pound Mangino led the La Cueva secondary with 3 interceptions and 42 tackles in 2021. Mangino stood out at the recent Eastern New Mexico camp in Albuquerque, often drawing praise from the Greyhounds’ DB coach for his speed, mobility and footwork. FCS Valparaiso, ENMU and New Mexico Highlands have offered. Don’t be surprised if additional D1 offers come Mangino’s way.
Chris Montoya Chris Montoya 5'10" | 195 lbs | DB Rio Rancho | 2023 State NM , Rio Rancho: Montoya is probably one of the most underrated players in the Albuquerque Metro region. From a recruiting perspective, the 5-foot-10, 195-pounder is definitely flying under the radar. But he would be a good fit at nickel (hybrid DB/OLB) at the next level. Montoya had 58 tackles, 4 sacks and 4 pass breakups last season. He’s a ballhawk for the Rams.
Devonte Shendo Devonte Shendo 6'1" | 180 lbs | DB Cleveland | 2023 State NM , Cleveland: Shendo sometimes gets overlooked because the Storm are extremely talented on both sides of the ball and the secondary doesn’t get a whole lotta love. But Shendo had a solid season in 2021 with 33 tackles, 4.0 tackles for loss
Jabulani Cooper Jabulani Cooper 5'10" | 165 lbs | DB Albuquerque | 2023 State NM , Albuqerque High: If we made a short list of the stars of camping season, Cooper would be on it. Following an exceptional performance at Eastern New Mexico’s camp in Albuquerque earlier this month, Cooper picked up three offers in less than 48 hours: ENMU, New Mexico Highlands and Western New Mexico. Cooper will be one of the leaders of a better-than-you-think AHS team in 2022.
Mark Pacheco Mark Pacheco 5'10" | 145 lbs | DB Eldorado | 2023 State NM , Eldorado: Pacheco quietly had a sensational season at safety for Eldorado in 2021, totaling 84 tackles and 1 interception. Pacheco should again be one of the leaders of the Eagles defense in 2022 as they seek another playoff spot.
HONORABLE MENTION: Jackson Cherry Jackson Cherry 6'0" | 180 lbs | DB La Cueva | 2024 State NM (La Cueva); Jason Ussery Jason Ussery 6'3" | 185 lbs | DB Los Lunas | 2024 State NM (Los Lunas); Dominic Trujillo Dominic Trujillo DB Los Lunas | 2024 State NM (Los Lunas); Tavon Archibald Tavon Archibald 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB West Mesa | 2024 State NM (West Mesa); Diego Molinar Diego Molinar 5'7" | 165 lbs | DB Bernalillo | 2024 State NM (Bernalillo); Nicholas Torres (Los Lunas); Ronnie Gilletti (Hope Christian); Zebadiah Thompson (West Mesa); Zedekiah Thompson (West Mesa).
Can’t wait until next season @CoachPerrone pic.twitter.com/RXXUny2Ri8
— Colt Mangino (@ManginoColt) April 29, 2022
Had a great time balling out at @NMStateFootball football camp.
big thanks to all the coaches for teaching me today @coachkill_fb @Coach_MacNMSU @Coach_TSanchez @PrepRedzoneNM @NMrecruits @JamesDYodice pic.twitter.com/gDqkRyxNc7— Chris Montoya (@Chris_MontoyaJr) June 20, 2022
Check out my highlight – https://t.co/5orOSlAJfg
Junior season 21-22 13-0 state champions 1st team all district-state
33 tackles, 3TFLs,
2 sacks, 4 Interceptions,7 PBUs,
1 Blocked field goal, 2 Forced fumbles
(Most take aways defensively)
@CoachLiRosi — Devonte S (@Dee_1s) December 16, 2021
Had a great talk with @CoachBisch and I’m proud to say that I’ve received my first offer from @ENMUFootball Go Hounds! @OldSchool_TJ @smallsadventure @BulldogCityFB @HiattENMU pic.twitter.com/DZI6ShmJeQ
— Jabulani (jabby)Cooper (@JabbyCooper) June 8, 2022