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LUBBOCK, Texas โ June 10, 2025 โ In a groundbreaking move that’s shaking the college football world, the No. 1 high school football player in America has officially signed a $4 million Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal to join the Texas Tech Red Raiders.
The star recruit, Jayden Rivers, a five-star quarterback out of Mater Dei High School in California, announced his commitment to Texas Tech this morning via social media. The post immediately went viral, garnering over 3 million views in just two hours. The announcement marks the largest NIL deal in Texas Tech history โ and one of the most lucrative ever for a high school athlete transitioning to the college level.
โThis is more than just a football decision โ it’s about legacy, leadership, and changing the game,โ Rivers said in a statement. โTexas Tech believes in me, and I’m ready to bring championships to Lubbock.โ
The $4 million NIL package is said to include national brand endorsements, local partnerships, and exclusive media content deals facilitated through the universityโs rapidly growing NIL collective, Red Raider Legacy. The deal underscores how Texas Tech has rapidly become a major player in the national NIL landscape, using strategic investments to attract elite talent.
Head Coach Joey McGuire praised Rivers during a press conference this afternoon. โJayden isnโt just the best player in the country โ heโs a culture changer,โ McGuire said. โHeโs got the arm, the IQ, and the leadership you build a program around.โ
Rivers threw for over 4,200 yards and 49 touchdowns during his senior season, leading Mater Dei to a state championship and earning Gatorade National Player of the Year honors. He was heavily recruited by top-tier programs including Alabama, Georgia, and USC, but ultimately chose Texas Tech for what he called its โbold vision for the future.โ
Texas Techโs meteoric rise in recruiting is now being watched closely nationwide. The school recently unveiled a $240 million renovation plan for Jones AT&T Stadium and has been building momentum both on and off the field.
โThis is just the beginning,โ said Red Raider Legacy spokesperson Anna Grant. โTexas Tech is all-in on building a championship-caliber program โ and Jayden Rivers is the cornerstone.โ
With the 2025 season approaching, all eyes are on Lubbock. The Red Raiders have made their intentions clear: they’re not just here to compete โ they’re here to dominate.
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