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Western New Mexico University Athletics

Western New Mexico University Athletics

2025 Football Roster

80 Derrick Sailor

  • Position Wide Receiver
  • Class Junior
  • Hometown Glendale, AZ
  • Highschool Copper Canyon High School
  • Height 5-10

Biography

Before WNMU:
Sailor graduated from Copper Canyon HS in 2022. He was a two-sport athlete for the Aztecs. As the team's quarterback, he threw 18 passes for 253 yards and two touchdowns. He rushed the ball 29 times for 244 yards and six touchdowns. Receiving the ball, he had 11 completions for 159 yards and three touchdowns. In his Junior year, Sailor had 27 receptions for 594 yards and seven touchdowns. Sailor was named the 2018 Offensive MVP of the Year, the 2019 – 2021 Offensive MVP of the Year, All-Region Honorable Mention, Varsity Football Player of the Year for 3 years in a row, and 2022. He also placed top 20 in the state for long jump as a member of the track and field team.

2022 Season:
Utilized Redshirt Season.

2024 Season:
Sailor has played a versatile role in both the passing game and on special teams, finishing the year with nine receptions for 133 yards while also contributing as a kick returner. His most productive receiving performance came against Sul Ross State on October 19, 2024, when he hauled in five catches for 57 yards, marking his season highs in both receptions and receiving yards. He also recorded a season-long 52-yard reception against Western Oregon on October 5, 2024, highlighting his big-play ability. On kick returns, he totaled nine returns for 169 yards, with his longest return—a 45-yard run back—also coming against Western Oregon. Overall, he provided valuable depth and explosiveness as a receiver while serving as a reliable option in the return game throughout the season.

Hobbies and Future Aspirations: 
Sailor spends his free time playing video games, drawing, singing, working out, and doing flips. He hopes to play in the NFL or become a physical therapist after his time at WNMU. 

Trivia:
His mother and Grandfather have both written books. Sailor has also racked up numerous community service hours working the concessions for ASU.

Statistics

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Historical Player Information

  • 2022Freshman

    Wide Receiver
    5'10" 160 lbs
  • 87

    2023Redshirt Freshman

    WR
    5'10" 160 lbs
    87
  • 80

    2024Sophomore

    Wide Receiver
    5'10" 170 lbs
    80
  • 80

    2025Junior

    Wide Receiver
    5'10" 170 lbs
    80