Ty’aun Gates brings NFL-sized upside to New Mexico’s offensive line
Ty’aun Gates is a 2026 freshman offensive lineman at New Mexico who arrived with prototype tackle size at 6-5, 295 and a reputation as a 6A First Team All-Region lineman who helped Centennial win the 2024 Arizona state title. His appeal is obvious: long-frame pass protection upside, room to grow physically, and a high school track record of winning on a championship front. That makes him a strong developmental fit for a team that wants size, patience, and future starting potential in the trenches.
