ENMU's Briles announces first signing class

New football coach brings in 19 mid-year transfers and 11 high school prospects

Feb. 10, 2026 at 8:07pm

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New Eastern New Mexico University football coach Art Briles has announced his first signing class, which includes 19 mid-year transfers and 11 incoming high school prospects, with more expected in the near future. The mid-year additions include several prospects with playing experience at high levels of collegiate football, while the high school signees come from across Texas and Colorado.

Why it matters

This is Briles' first recruiting class since taking over as ENMU's head football coach, signaling a new era for the Greyhounds program. The influx of experienced transfers and promising high school talent could help the team improve on its recent seasons and compete in the upcoming 2026 campaign.

The details

Briles' mid-year additions include offensive linemen, running backs, wide receivers, utility players, quarterbacks, defensive linemen, a linebacker, and defensive backs. The high school signees play a variety of positions as well, including quarterback, defensive back, offensive line, running back, and defensive line.

  • Briles announced his first signing class on February 11, 2026.
  • The 2026 Eastern New Mexico football season begins on August 27 as the Greyhounds travel to New Mexico Highlands for their non-conference opener.

The players

Art Briles

The new head football coach at Eastern New Mexico University.

Ian Polk

An offensive lineman transfer from Houston (Trinity Valley CC).

Champ Mayo

A high school quarterback signee from Temple, Texas.

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What they’re saying

“It's an exciting time for the Greyhounds. We look forward to welcoming all of these bright and talented players to our program. Our preparation for the 2026 season began in December and these individuals will help us carry it forward.”

— Art Briles, Head Football Coach (The Eastern New Mexico News)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This first signing class under new coach Art Briles signals a new era for the ENMU football program, as the Greyhounds look to improve on recent seasons with an influx of experienced transfers and promising high school talent.