
Garin Maley brings size, nasty edge, and two-way toughness to Texas Tech’s O-line room
In the 2026 season, Garin Maley looks like a classic “see-it, believe-it” offensive lineman: a 6-foot-5, 295-pound sophomore with real physical upside and a background as a two-way high school player, where he piled up 45 pancake blocks as a senior while also producing on defense. Texas Tech’s roster notes point to him as an offensive line piece with versatility and power, while recruiting evaluations tagged him as a top OL prospect in Nebraska; the big question is whether his raw strength and aggression translate into consistent Big 12 pass protection. Good fit if you want a developmental mauler with attitude.





