From Friday night lights in Temecula, Menifee and San Jacinto to Division I football in San Diego, five Inland Empire products have carved out their own paths to the Aztecs. Their journeys span powerhouse high schools, junior college success, transfers, and steady development — each illustrating a different route to the college game.
Local SDSU Football players
Josh Hunter — Senior Safety, Temecula
Hunter arrived at SDSU as a decorated Mater Dei standout — a two-time Trinity League Defensive MVP with 148 career tackles and eight interceptions. A consensus three-star recruit, he chose SDSU over LSU and Oregon. He played all 12 games in 2024 (31 tackles) and all 13 in 2025, add
