Texas Tech Makes Top 10 for 4-Star OL Jackson Roper

Cherry Creek standout lists Red Raiders among his top college choices.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Jackson Roper, a highly-touted 4-star interior offensive lineman from Cherry Creek High School in Colorado, has included Texas Tech in his list of top 10 college programs he is considering.

Why it matters

Securing commitments from elite high school recruits is crucial for college football programs looking to build a strong roster and compete at the highest levels. Roper's inclusion of Texas Tech in his top choices signals the Red Raiders' ability to attract top talent from across the country.

The details

Roper, who holds over 30 scholarship offers from major college programs, announced his top 10 list last week. Along with Texas Tech, his list includes other prominent football schools such as USC, Oregon, Michigan, and Oklahoma.

  • Roper released his top 10 list last week.

The players

Jackson Roper

A 4-star interior offensive lineman from Cherry Creek High School in Colorado who has received over 30 college scholarship offers.

Texas Tech

A Division I college football program that competes in the Big 12 Conference.

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What’s next

Roper is expected to make his college commitment decision in the coming months, with Texas Tech and the other schools in his top 10 vying to secure his signature.

The takeaway

Texas Tech's inclusion in Roper's top choices demonstrates the program's ability to recruit elite talent from across the country, a key factor in building a successful college football team.