Texas Tech football has bolstered its receiving corps by adding Josh Kelly, a seasoned wide receiver who amassed over 1,000 receiving yards in the 2024 season. Kelly, a super-senior from Fresno, California, transferred to Texas Tech after a standout season at Washington State, where he recorded 89 receptions for 1,023 yards and five touchdowns. His performance was instrumental in Texas Tech’s offensive success, marking the first time since 2018 that the program had a 1,000-yard receiver. (Texas Tech Red Raiders – Official Athletics Website, Texas Tech Red Raiders – Official Athletics Website)
Prior to his tenure at Washington State, Kelly played four seasons at Fresno State, accumulating 148 receptions for 2,228 yards and 12 touchdowns over his collegiate career. His extensive experience and consistent performance make him a valuable asset to Texas Tech’s receiving lineup. (Texas Tech Red Raiders – Official Athletics Website, Texas Tech Red Raiders – Official Athletics Website)
In the 2024 season, Kelly led the Red Raiders with 89 catches for 1,023 yards over 12 regular-season games, all starts. He was among the nation’s leaders in total receptions and receiving yards per game, ranking seventh in the FBS for receptions per game and ninth for total receiving yards. Notably, he led the FBS with 32 receptions on third downs, resulting in 19 first downs. (Texas Tech Red Raiders – Official Athletics Website)
Kelly’s addition to the team provides Texas Tech with a proven playmaker who can contribute immediately. His ability to perform under pressure, particularly on third downs, will be crucial for the Red Raiders as they aim to build on their offensive success in the upcoming season.
With Kelly’s experience and skill set, Texas Tech’s receiving corps is poised to remain a formidable force in the Big 12, enhancing their prospects for the 2025 college football season.
