LUBBOCK, TEXAS — Nation’s No. 1 Recruit Keegan Collins Commits to Texas Tech Over Tennessee and Georgia
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the college football recruiting landscape, Keegan Collins, widely considered the No. 1 overall player in the nation for the class of 2025, has announced his commitment to Texas Tech University. The highly sought-after offensive lineman chose the Red Raiders over offers from powerhouse programs including the Tennessee Volunteers and the Georgia Bulldogs.
Hailing from Amarillo High School in Amarillo, Texas, Collins is a towering 6-foot-5, 260-pound anchor in the trenches with elite footwork, raw power, and a reputation for relentless play. His commitment marks a monumental win for head coach Joey McGuire and the Texas Tech football staff, signaling that the program is not just competing—but winning—on the national recruiting stage.
“This is home,” Collins reportedly said during his announcement. “Texas Tech believed in me early. They didn’t treat me like just another big recruit—they made me feel like family.”
Collins’ decision comes at a time when Texas Tech is on the rise, fresh off a top-25 finish and a strong 2024 recruiting class. The addition of Collins could be a foundational piece in building one of the Big 12’s most formidable offensive lines in years.
His commitment is not only symbolic of Texas Tech’s growth as a program but also a testament to the changing dynamics of college football recruiting. With NIL opportunities expanding and player development becoming a key pitch, programs like Texas Tech are proving they can land blue-chip talent without the historical prestige of traditional SEC giants.
Though Tennessee and Georgia were reportedly in Collins’ final three, Texas Tech’s ability to keep the in-state star home speaks volumes about the direction of the program. The Red Raiders now boast one of the most exciting recruiting hauls in school history.
With National Signing Day still months away, all eyes will remain on Lubbock to see how the rest of this historic class shapes up. But one thing is certain—Keegan Collins is bringing star power and high expectations to West Texas.