The Red Raiders’ transfer portal saga started because mega-booster Cody Campbell said he would buy an offensive line to protect Texas Tech’s quarterback back in 2024.
Two seasons later, Texas Tech reportedly spent $5 million on ex-Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby, but went nearly the entire 2026 portal cycle without adding an offensive lineman — until Saturday.
Ex-Louisville offensive lineman Jordan Church took his visit to Lubbock and, according to On3, never left and committed to Texas Tech.
The 6-4, 310-pound addition played right guard primarily and will have two seasons of eligibility remaining. He has 1,265 snaps of experience and is regarded for his run blocking ability.
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Texas Tech announced the return of all three of its running backs earlier in the cycle, so Church will be a welcome addition. Church may earn starting reps because left guard Davion Carter has graduated, but at the least, he should be a rotational piece to help protect Sorsby.
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