One of the most electric and exciting 2016 high school quarterbacks in Texas, Xavier Martin arrives on campus in Lubbock after leading his Cibolo Steele team to the 6-A Division II state title game.
The three-star recruit is a true dual-threat quarterback. During his senior season, Martin threw for 2,214 yards and rushed for another 728. He was responsible for 32 total touchdowns on the season (22 through the air).
Martin is arguably the best all-around athlete to sign with Texas Tech in 2017. Prior to the departure of Pat Mahomes II to the NFL and the two-semester suspension of 2016 quarterback signee Jett Duffey there were some who wondered if Martin might end up playing inside receiver for the Red Raiders.