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LaDamion Guyton Commits to Texas Tech as Program’s Top-Rated Recruit

The decision underscores Texas Tech’s surge in recruiting power fueled by seven-figure NIL deals plus major facility upgrades.

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Benedictine junior LaDamion Guyton (right) committed to play football at Texas Tech on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. He's pictured with Cadet teammates Stephen Cannon, a senior quarterback also committed to Texas Tech.

Overview

  • Rated a consensus five-star edge rusher, LaDamion Guyton recorded 33 tackles for loss over two seasons at Savannah Christian before transferring to Benedictine for higher-level competition.
  • He formalized his pledge at Benedictine on August 7, opting for the Red Raiders over finalists Georgia, Tennessee and Florida State.
  • Guyton’s commitment makes him Texas Tech’s highest-rated recruit ever and only the third five-star signee in program history.
  • In July, Texas Tech secured five-star offensive tackle Felix Ojo with a $5.1 million guaranteed NIL contract, demonstrating its financial muscle in recruiting.
  • The Red Raiders’ transfer portal class, ranked second nationally with 21 additions, underscores their strategy of blending high school and portal talent.