Top 10 wide receiver in the 2026 class, 5-star Jabari Mack, decommits from Destrehan and switches to Texas Tech Red Raiders over LSU Tigers and Arkansas Razorbacks.
In a stunning recruiting twist that has sent shockwaves throughout the high school football and college recruiting worlds, 5-star wide receiver Jabari Mack, ranked among the Top 10 WRs in the Class of 2026, has officially decommitted from Destrehan High School (Louisiana) and switched his college commitment to the Texas Tech Red Raiders. The news came late Wednesday evening, with Mack sharing a poignant statement on social media, praising Destrehan for his development and announcing his choice to go to Lubbock.
The 6’2″, 190-pound receiver is a national standout known for his outstanding route running, exceptional hands, and big-play potential. Mack recorded over 1,400 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns in his junior season alone, attracting interest from prominent universities such as LSU, Alabama, Ohio State, and Arkansas. Many people anticipated he would stay in-state and pledge to LSU, but Arkansas also made a late push. However, in a significant recruiting coup, Texas Tech Head Coach Joey McGuire and his staff sealed the deal, assuring Mack that the Red Raiders were the ideal fit for his future, both athletically and intellectually.
Texas Tech’s fan base quickly took to social media to welcome Mack, flooding his accounts with Red Raider pride and support. Meanwhile, fans from LSU and Arkansas expressed understandable disappointment, as Mack had been high on both programs’ wish lists for months.
Destrehan High School Head Coach Marcus Scott expressed his support for Mack’s decision, saying, “Jabari has always been a standout young man both on and off the field. While we’ll miss him, we’re incredibly proud of him and support him fully. Texas Tech is getting a game-changer.”
Texas Tech fans swiftly took to social media to welcome Mack, inundating his accounts with Red Raider passion and support. Meanwhile, fans at LSU and Arkansas were understandably disappointed, as Mack had been high on both teams’ wish lists for months.
Destrehan High School Head Coach Marcus Scott supported Mack’s decision, saying, “Jabari has always been a standout young man both on and off the field.” While we will miss him, we are very proud of him and wholeheartedly support him. Texas Tech is receiving a game changer.”
With National Signing Day still months away, the drama of the 2026 recruiting season is far from done, but Jabari Mack’s commitment has already shifted the national debate. Texas Tech has signed a possible program-defining player and stated that they intend to compete for championships in the next seasons.