Texas Tech football secures commitment from tight end Zayden Smith

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 7:01 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Texas Tech football secures commitment from tight end Zayden Smith

Summary

Zayden Smith, a three-star tight end from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, has committed to Texas Tech football. He made the announcement on social media on June 20, 2026. Smith, who stands 6-foot-4 and weighs 200 pounds, received offers from major programs including Ohio State, Penn State, and Syracuse before choosing the Red Raiders. He is part of Texas Tech's 2027 recruiting class, adding to their offensive roster.

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Key Details

•Zayden Smith is a three-star recruit as rated by 247Sports.
•He plays for Cumberland Valley High School in Pennsylvania.
•Smith announced his commitment via social media.
•Texas Tech aims to bolster its 2027 recruiting class with this addition.

Latest Updates

7:01 PMYahoo Sports — Texas Tech football earns commitment from 3-star TE Zayden Smith
5:37 PMYahoo Sports — Texas Tech lands an exciting tight end prospect in Zayden Smith, adding to top five class

What they're saying

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Harrisburg (Pa.) Bishop McDevitt tight end prospect Zayden Smith tells Rivals he has committed to Texas Tech. The 6-foot-5, 205-pound Smith is currently in Lubbock for his official visit and chose to play for head coach Joey McGuire and the Red Raiders over Penn State among others. “When I came down here for the unofficial […]
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