NEW MEXICO: A valuable walk-on who is continuing to improve on the field and in the weight room … switched from defensive back to running back during spring practice in 2014 … working to pick up the nuances of the position … striving to make a contribution on specials teams as well … his knowledge on both sides of the ball should help his progress.
2012: Redshirted.
HIGH SCHOOL: A 2012 graduate of La Cueva HS … played for head coach Ed Lucero … was All-District Running Back his senior year … was named the 2011 National Underclass Combine MVP for the state of New Mexico.
PERSONAL: Born Jan. 23, 1994 in Albuquerque, N.M. … full name is Cameron Alex Padilla … son of Lorie and Brian Padilla … hobbies include playing football, basketball, ping pong and hanging out with friends … favorite food is Calzones with ranch … favorite athlete is Emitt Smith … intended major is Business.