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Khyren Haywood commits to Texas Tech over Colorado and others

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Khyren Haywood commits to Texas Tech over Colorado and others
Summary

Three-star defensive lineman Khyren Haywood surprised many by choosing Texas Tech over Colorado and other finalists during a live commitment on June 1. Haywood initially donned a Colorado hat before switching to Texas Tech, adding to the disappointment for the Buffs, who were optimistic after his recent visit. The decision leaves Colorado's 2027 recruiting class still lacking an interior defensive lineman, but they are looking at additional prospects, including Khing Thibodeaux, who is scheduled to visit Boulder soon.

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  • •Khyren Haywood is ranked as the No. 587 overall recruit.
  • •Colorado had a strong lead after his official visit on May 15.
  • •Haywood chose Texas Tech live, surprising many with the hat switch.
  • •Colorado's 2027 class remains without a true interior defensive lineman.
  • •Khing Thibodeaux is among multiple prospects visiting Colorado soon.
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  • 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Colorado loses top defensive line target to elite Big 12 program
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Texas Tech beat out Colorado and other Big 12 programs for a top 2027 defensive line target after a surprise hat switch during his live commitment.

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