In a stunning upset that has rocked college football, Elijah Haven, the No. 1 quarterback and overall recruit in the 2027 class, committed to Texas Tech on June 13, 2025, bypassing powerhouse programs like Georgia, LSU, Texas A&M, and Michigan. The 6-foot-4, 215-pound dual-threat star from Baton Rouge’s Dunham School, ranked No. 1 by 247Sports and Rivals, announced his decision on ESPN, sending shockwaves through the recruiting landscape. Haven’s choice, driven by Texas Tech’s innovative offense, personal connections, and early playing time, marks a transformative moment for the Red Raiders under coach Joey McGuire.
Haven, who threw for 1,847 yards, 27 touchdowns, and four interceptions while rushing for 429 yards and 12 scores as a sophomore, is a generational talent. His arm strength, likened to Vince Young’s, and elite athleticism drew comparisons to Joe Milton III and Jacoby Brissett. With offers from over 15 programs, including SEC giants and Michigan’s hefty NIL package, Haven’s commitment to Texas Tech—a program not typically in the five-star conversation—was unexpected. “Texas Tech feels like home,” Haven told ESPN. “Coach McGuire and offensive coordinator Zach Kittley believe in my vision to lead and win now.”
Texas Tech’s pitch centered on Kittley’s Air Raid offense, which produced 4,263 passing yards in 2024, and McGuire’s personal engagement. Haven visited Lubbock in May 2025, bonding with quarterback Behren Morton, whose 3,192-yard, 22-touchdown
