Tyler Martinez named to Hispanic College Football Player of the Year watch list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Colorado linebacker Tyler Martinez has been named to the watch list for the Hispanic College Football Player of the Year. In his first season with the Buffaloes, he joins other talented athletes, including Penn State's Tony Rojas and Washington's Demond Williams Jr. Martinez, a transfer from New Mexico State, played in four games last season, recording 27 tackles and one interception. The award, established in 2025, aims to highlight the achievements of Hispanic athletes in college football. Colorado hopes Martinez can continue to excel in the upcoming season.
- •Tyler Martinez is a linebacker for the Colorado Buffaloes.
- •Martinez had 27 tackles and one interception in four games last season.
- •The award aims to spotlight Hispanic athletes in college football.
- •Other players on the watch list include Tony Rojas and Demond Williams Jr.
- •The inaugural recipient of the award was Fernando Mendoza in 2025.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Colorado linebacker named to prestigious player of the year watchlist
"Colorado linebacker Tyler Martinez is in his first season with the Buffaloes. Now, the talented defender is on the watch list for a prestigious award.
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