Texas Tech Locks In Top-Notch 2025 Recruiting Class Without a Hitch
Texas Tech’s early signing day went about as smoothly as Joey McGuire and his staff could’ve drawn it up. No drama, no last-minute flips, no surprise additions - just 20 committed high school recruits officially putting pen to paper. And all 20 are now Red Raiders.
Of those 20, 17 are expected to be on campus in January, giving Tech a valuable head start on development heading into the 2025 season. The three who’ll arrive later - edge defenders LaDamion Guyton and Demarcus Marks, and linebacker Kaegan Ash - are still expected to be key pieces of the future.
Where the Class Ranks
Let’s talk rankings - and they’re impressive. Across the board, Texas Tech’s 2025 class is sitting inside the national top 20 and, more importantly, at the top of the Big 12:
- ESPN: No. 19 nationally, No. 1 in the Big 12
- On3: No. 20 nationally, No. 1 in the Big 12
- 247Sports Composite: No. 19 nationally, No. 1 in the Big 12
That’s the kind of consistency you want to see if you’re trying to build a sustainable program - and Tech is doing just that.
Who Could Make an Early Impact?
Let’s be clear: this is a team that’s 11-1, top five in the country in both scoring offense and scoring defense, and sitting at No. 4 in the College Football Playoff rankings. So, the immediate need for freshmen to contribute isn’t pressing. That said, the roster will have some holes to patch, and a few of these signees could be ready to step in early.
LaDamion Guyton, EDGE - Savannah (GA) Benedictine Military
If there’s one spot where Texas Tech could need a freshman to step up quickly, it’s on the edge. With David Bailey and Romello Height - who’ve combined for 21 sacks - aging out, plus backups Charles Esters III and Terrell Tilmon also moving on, there’s a vacuum to fill.
Enter Guyton, a top-15 national prospect per the 247Sports composite. He won’t be on campus until after spring ball, which makes the learning curve steeper, but the talent is undeniable.
Beating out Georgia for the top-rated player in the state? That’s a major win.
Felix Ojo, OT - Mansfield Lake Ridge
It’s rare for an offensive tackle to make an instant impact as a freshman - the position demands physical and mental maturity - but Ojo might be the exception. He’s a national top-15 prospect and already drawing lofty praise.
General manager James Blanchard called him “a franchise left tackle,” and that’s not something you hear every day. For context, Caleb Rogers started three games as a true freshman at Tech and went on to become a third-round NFL Draft pick.
Ojo’s ceiling? Arguably higher.
Chase Campbell, WR - Frenship
Campbell is the kind of player you circle on signing day - not just because of his talent, but because of what he means to the program. A local kid from just down the road and a national top-100 recruit, Campbell had offers from Baylor and Kansas State, and deep family ties to Arkansas.
But Tech kept him home. On the field, he’s been remarkably consistent: back-to-back 80-catch, 1,400-yard seasons as an underclassman, and 51 catches for 889 yards with 13 touchdowns this year.
With veterans like Caleb Douglas, Reggie Virgil, and Coy Eakin nearing the end of their eligibility, Campbell has a real shot to crack the rotation early.
S'Vioarean Martin, CB - Palestine
Freshmen often earn their stripes on special teams, and defensive backs are usually at the heart of those units. Martin, the highest-rated DB in this class, is built for that role.
He’s physical, fast, and has the kind of instincts that translate quickly to the college game. Don’t be surprised if you hear his name called on kick coverage or punt return units before he sees regular snaps at corner.
Donovan Webb, S - Frisco Panther Creek
Blanchard compared Webb’s game to Brenden Jordan - and that’s not a throwaway line. Jordan played in all 13 games as a freshman, started five, and has been a mainstay in the secondary ever since.
Webb has that same kind of potential. He’s a smart, rangy safety who isn’t afraid to get physical.
If he picks things up quickly, he could carve out a role sooner rather than later.
Biggest Recruiting Wins and Hidden Gems
Signing Day Steal: LaDamion Guyton
We mentioned it earlier, but it bears repeating: beating Georgia - Georgia - for the top player in the state is massive. Guyton’s commitment on July 4 was a firework moment for this class, and Tech held off the Bulldogs and other late suitors to seal the deal. That’s not just a win on the recruiting trail - that’s a statement.
Sleeper Pick: Luke Hamilton, CB - New Braunfels Canyon
Hamilton flew so far under the radar, he wasn’t even ranked among the top 150 players in Texas. Until recently, he wasn’t even known by his current name - he was listed as Luke Bell.
But Blanchard didn’t mince words, calling him “probably the most underrated player in this class.” That’s the kind of player who sneaks up on people and makes a name for himself in fall camp.
Signing Day Save: Chase Campbell
Holding on to Campbell wasn’t just about keeping a blue-chip receiver - it was about securing a symbolic win. He’s a local product, a top-100 national recruit, and someone with deep family ties to another SEC school.
Tech had to fend off serious pressure from Baylor and Kansas State, and they did. That’s how you build a fence around your recruiting territory.
Biggest Body: Jacob Crow, OT - Alcoa (TN)
Crow is listed at 6-foot-8 and somewhere between 290 and 318 pounds, depending on who you ask. Either way, he’s a mountain of a man.
Offensive tackles that size don’t come around often, and Crow has the frame to anchor the line for years to come. Once the strength staff gets their hands on him, look out.
All-Around Athlete: Kaegan Ash, LB - Mount Enterprise
Ash is the kind of athlete who could’ve starred in those old “Superstars” competitions. He’s a two-way dynamo at a small-school program, but his numbers are jaw-dropping: 3,821 rushing yards this season and 476 total points - a national high-school record.
He’s just shy of Kenneth Hall’s legendary single-season Texas rushing record from 1953. Oh, and he’s also a basketball standout and a state medalist in the triple jump.
Tech plans to use him at linebacker, but don’t be surprised if he makes noise in multiple phases of the game.
Most Marketable Name: Stephen Cannon, QB - Savannah (GA) Benedictine Military
Let’s be honest - the marketing writes itself. *Texas Tech has a Cannon at quarterback.
- But there’s substance behind the name. Cannon is a dual-threat QB who may be flying under the radar nationally, but he’s already showing leadership chops.
Word is, he played a key role in rallying other recruits to sign with Tech. That kind of presence matters in a locker room.
Final Thoughts
Texas Tech didn’t just land a top-20 class - they landed the No. 1 class in the Big 12 and did it without any signing day chaos. That’s a credit to the staff’s preparation, the relationships they’ve built, and the momentum the program is riding right now.
With a few of these freshmen potentially ready to contribute early and several others poised to develop into future stars, the Red Raiders are building something real in Lubbock. And if this class is any indication, they’re not slowing down anytime soon.