Texas Tech signs 5-star OT Felix Ojo

Texas Tech has officially inked 5-star OT Felix Ojo to its terrific 2026 recruiting class.

Ojo delivered fireworks on July 4 by committing to the Red Raiders over Texas and Ohio State, and has since emerged as the face of Texas Tech’s class.

The blue-chip offensive tackle has been enjoying all of the Red Raiders’ success this fall and has been an ambassador for Joey McGuire and James Blanchard.

“It’s been good seeing their hard work throughout the offseason pay off and the noise around the program going from ‘they bought the team’ to that they’re a serious Big 12 and Playoff contender. The best part has been watching them achieve what they have achieved up until this point,” Ojo told Rivals this fall.

“What excites me really is being able to play against future first-rounders on the line of scrimmage day in and day out to help me prepare and make myself better. Also, the opportunity to come in with the foundation they have right now and the recruiting classes we are building, the ability to dominate college football and win multiple national championships there. I’m excited about the future of the program.”

Texas Tech’s rise to the top of the Big 12 and into the College Football Playoff has been an exciting launching point for prospects across the state and parts of the country.

Recruits have always loved McGuire and Blanchard for their personalities. They’re bullish about the competitive program, facilities and future in Lubbock now as well.

“I feel like with the class we are building in 2026 and 2027 that we are most definitely going to be in the position to win at a high level each year,” Ojo has said. “It’s just different. It’s all about the relationships — with the coaches I have built, with the players, and how deeply into their players’ lives they are. Also, it’s just the mentality the coaches and players bring to the program day in and out.”

“What gets me excited about my own journey is the opportunity to play early and dominate the Big 12, while also leaving a big, everlasting impact on the program,” he added.

Scouting Summary

“Developmental offensive tackle with the frame, length, and physicality to develop into a top prospect at the position. Measured in at around 6-foot-6, 275 pounds with plus length before his senior season. Has a lean, long frame and should be able to add considerable mass once in a college strength program. Pairs his long arms with outstanding hand strength to stun defenders on contact. Punch is palpable, both on film and in the camp setting. Latches onto defensive linemen and manipulates them to his will. Plays with a nasty edge, working to finish blocks. Flashes dominance as a run blocker. Play strength, length, and solid athleticism point to upside in pass protection. Showed considerable growth in his game from his sophomore to junior seasons. Will need to improve his lower body flexibility as he can play high and displays some hip stiffness, which shows up against fellow blue-chip prospects in the camp setting. Green in his pass blocking technique. The youngest top offensive tackle prospect in the cycle, turning 18 years old in July before his freshman season of college football.” — Charles Power, Rivals Director of Rankings and Scouting