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After weeks of anticipation and early announcements, the NCAA transfer portal is now officially open for college football players.
The offseason transfer portal window for FBS and FCS players opened at midnight ET on Jan. 2 and extends through Jan. 16. There's no spring transfer period this year, so teams have one big chance to get their rosters right for 2026.
Which players are emerging as the most coveted and poised to make a major impact next season? Here are ESPN's rankings of the top players in the portal, along with scouting reports provided by Steve Muench and Tom Luginbill.
We'll update these rankings frequently throughout January as more high-profile players enter the portal and make commitments. These rankings are based on production, experience, potential, demand and feedback from coaches and general managers throughout the sport.
Transferring from: Cincinnati
Transferring to: Texas Tech
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-3 | WT: 235 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: The former Indiana transfer developed into one of the top passers in college football at Cincinnati. He's a terrific dual-threat playmaker who produced 5,613 passing yards plus 1,027 rushing yards over his two seasons with the Bearcats, totaling 63 touchdowns and 16 turnovers. Sorsby was a top-10 QB this season in QBR and PFF grading and earned second-team All-Big 12 honors from the league's coaches.
Sorsby led Cincinnati to a 7-1 start, climbing to No. 17 in the AP Top 25 and getting the Bearcats into the Big 12 title race entering November. He ranked third in the conference in total offense with 3,380 yards, 36 TDs and only five interceptions. Sorsby could enter the NFL draft if he receives first-round feedback, but this transfer should make him one of the highest-paid QBs in college football for 2026.
Scout's take: Sorsby is a three-year starter with excellent size, arm strength and mobility. He can make off-platform throws, drop the ball in when throwing downfield and can get the ball out quickly on RPOs. He anticipates extremely well and helps players get open with his throws. He's a powerful runner with excellent size and good quickness. This is an instinctive player in the pocket with elite processing and navigation skills when pressured. -- Tom Luginbill
What he brings to Texas Tech: The Red Raiders were not going to be outbid in their battle with LSU for Sorsby. He was the Plan A all along for coach Joey McGuire and his staff, a proven Big 12 starter and Texas native who can elevate an offense that ranked No. 2 nationally in points per game this season before the shutout loss to Oregon in the CFP quarterfinal. The Red Raiders return a lot of playmakers around Sorsby entering 2026 and should be the preseason Big 12 favorite. Sorsby's arrival also allows backup Will Hammond to recover from his torn ACL and prepare to take over as Tech's starter in 2027.
Transferring from: Auburn
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 201 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Coleman, the No. 5 overall recruit in the 2024 ESPN 300, is undoubtedly one of the most talented wide receivers in college football and has turned 93 catches into 1,306 yards and 13 touchdowns over his first two seasons in the SEC. He led the Tigers in receiving as a sophomore and proved he can take over games, including a 10-catch, 143-yard performance at Vanderbilt. After playing with five different starting QBs on the Plains, Coleman should benefit greatly from playing in a more stable situation with a College Football Playoff contender and could absolutely be a first-round draft pick in 2027.
Scout's take: This ranking is off unparalleled upside. Coleman is one of the most talented receivers in the country with one of the best highlight reels, and he averaged 14 yards per catch over his two seasons at Auburn. He drops some passes and he can be more consistent in this area, but he's a big target with acrobatic body control and the ability to come down with contested circus catches. He has the second gear to run by corners, and he tracks the deep ball well. He can make defenders miss and his speed makes him a threat after the catch. -- Steve Muench
Transferring from: Arizona State
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-2 | WT: 205 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Leavitt helped lead the Sun Devils to a special season in 2024 and was the Big 12's preseason Offensive Player of the Year entering 2025. He wowed everyone as a redshirt freshman, teaming with running back Cam Skattebo to lead Arizona State to a Big 12 title and near upset of Texas in the CFP quarterfinals. The former Michigan State transfer put up 3,328 total yards, 29 total TDs and only six interceptions with a top-10 QBR (80.0) while earning first-team All-Big 12 honors in his squad's first season in the conference.
His follow-up in Tempe was cut short by a foot injury he suffered against Baylor in the Big 12 opener that lingered for weeks and ultimately required season-ending surgery. Leavitt played in only seven games and did an impressive job toughing it out against eventual Big 12 champion Texas Tech, throwing for 319 yards and leading a decisive 75-yard touchdown drive in a 26-22 upset.
Scout's take: Leavitt is a two-year starter who completed 61.4% of his passes for 4,513 yards and 34 touchdowns over the past two seasons despite sitting out five games in 2025. He evades pressure with his quick feet, he keeps his eyes downfield as he negotiates the pocket, and he makes off-platform throws. He can layer intermediate throws over the middle, and he puts good touch on downfield passes outside the hashes. His quickness and toughness make him a threat when he scrambles and on designed quarterback runs. He will take risks with the football, which also leads to a below-average completion percentage. -- Luginbill
Transferring from: NC State
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-4 | WT: 298 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: You rarely see offensive tackles as experienced as Peak pop up in the transfer portal. The former three-star recruit from Valdosta, Georgia, developed into a 33-game starter for the Wolfpack and earned honorable mention All-ACC recognition as a junior. Peak made the move from right to left tackle in 2025 and has surrendered only four sacks in more than 1,100 career snaps in pass protection, according to ESPN Research. He'll have an opportunity to play his way into early-round pick status by returning in 2026.
Scout's take: Peak has the ability to seal the edge, reach backside defensive tackles and work up to the second level as a zone blocker. He has explosive power, there's an edge to his game and he can uncoil on defenders. He's smooth getting set, and he can shoot his hands as a pass blocker. His footwork is inconsistent and he can give ground, but he recovers well and has the tools to develop into an elite pass blocker. --�Muench
Transferring from: Wake Forest
Transferring to: Texas Tech
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-3 | WT: 296 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: After two seasons as a starter at FCS Georgetown, where he was playing at 250 pounds off the edge, Ibirogba made his move to the ACC in 2024. He redshirted last season and bulked up past 290-plus pounds to focus on playing interior defensive line. This season, he put together a breakthrough year with 21 tackles, 19 pressures, 3.5 TFLs, 2 sacks and 1 forced fumble for the Demon Deacons while finishing with the third-best pass rush grade among starting ACC defensive tackles in Pro Football Focus grading.
Scout's take: Ibirogba is a disruptive run defender at his best when slipping blocks and shooting gaps. He chases with good effort and has the explosive power to push zone blockers back as he scrapes down the line. His hands are active, he gets good push, and he closes well for his size rushing the passer. He primarily lines up on the inside, but he's versatile enough to play anywhere along the defensive line. -- Muench
What he brings to Texas Tech: This is another massive get for the Red Raiders as they add depth to their defensive line for 2026. They hit on all three of their defensive tackle additions a year ago with transfers�Lee Hunter, A.J. Holmes Jr. and Skyler Gill-Howard�(when healthy) all exceeding expectations. They're determined to have one of the best defensive lines in the sport again and are aggressively making moves to back that plan up.
Transferring from: Missouri
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-4 | WT: 250 | Class: Junior
Background: Wilson was a top-15 player in ESPN's transfer portal rankings last offseason when he left Georgia after a promising sophomore season. He certainly played up to the hype with the Tigers, earning second-team All-SEC honors in a breakout year after generating 40 pressures and nine sacks, according to ESPN Research. It wouldn't have been a shock if Wilson had declared for the NFL draft, but instead he's going back into the portal ahead of his final season.
Scout's take:�He's an explosive and relentless edge rusher with excellent length and closing burst. He excels at shooting his hands and ripping under offensive tackles. He can transition from speed to power. He tracks the quarterback and redirects well as he works upfield. He stacks and sheds tight ends in addition to making plays chasing from the back side as a run defender.�-- Muench
Transferring from: North Texas
Transferring to: Oklahoma State
Years remaining: 3
HT: 6-4 | WT: 211 | Class: Redshirt freshman
Background: The nation's leading passer entered the transfer portal after a prolific season leading the No. 1 scoring offense in college football. Mestemaker, the American Conference Offensive Player of the Year, threw for 4,379 yards and 34 touchdowns while leading the Mean Green to the conference title game and a school-record 12 wins. He has been one of the great revelations of the 2025 season, a former walk-on who hadn't started a game at QB since his freshman year of high school before breaking out with 448 total yards in North Texas' bowl game last season. He'll have an opportunity to continue developing into a top NFL prospect as he makes the move up to the Power 4 level this offseason.
Scout's take: Mestemaker's control of the offense and poise are notable considering he was his high school's backup quarterback. He gets the ball out on time when his first option is there, and he gets through his progressions when his first option isn't there. He puts good touch on his downfield passes. He keeps his eyes up and he makes accurate throws as he climbs the pocket. Mestemaker has quirky mechanics and delivery, but the end result is positive. He has played in a very QB-friendly scheme at North Texas and is not a runner. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Oklahoma State: The Cowboys will try to pull off one of the most ambitious roster flips in college football in 2026, and it was absolutely essential that coach Eric Morris get Mestemaker to Stillwater to help lead the turnaround. Had he wanted to open up his recruitment and take more visits, Mestemaker would've had a lot of options to choose from on the open market. Teams certainly tried to tamper during the season to get an early lead in this recruitment. Instead, Mestemaker stayed loyal to Morris and offensive coordinator Sean Brophy and trusted this is the best coaching and offensive system for his continued development.
Transferring from: Minnesota
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-1 | WT: 200 | Class: Sophomore
Background: You won't find many college football players as dynamic as Perich. The Esko, Minnesota, native was the No. 172 overall recruit in the 2024 ESPN 300 and turned down some big-time offers to stay home and play for the Gophers. Perich earned Freshman All-American and first-team All-Big Ten honors after grabbing five interceptions in his debut season. He was a three-way player as a sophomore, adding snaps at receiver while putting together another All-Big Ten season at safety and gaining 617 yards as a kickoff and punt returner.
Scout's take:�Perich is a dynamic athlete with top-level production on defense and special teams. He has a good frame with room for added bulk and strength. He's a multidimensional playmaker who excelled in basketball and track and field out of high school. He also produced at running back. He sees the field extremely well as a kick returner and possesses great acceleration. As a defender, he possesses a great range in the deep middle. He's a ballhawk patrolling the secondary. He anticipates the pass and closes fast on it. He's very active around the ball with his recognition skills. He is extremely reliable and effective in run support, and quick to get downhill and support in the box. Perich is a reliable tackler who brings energy and likes contact.�-- Muench
Transferring from: Utah
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-4 | WT: 255 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Daley earned All-America honors in his first season as a full-time starter with the Utes and ranked among the top five nationally in tackles for loss (17.5) and sacks (11.5) despite playing just 11 games before a season-ending lower-body injury. The first-team All-Big 12 performer also logged the fourth-best pressure rate on edge rushes (19.6%) among all FBS pass rushers this season, according to ESPN Research. Daley says he'll be fully healthy in time for the spring to keep building on his breakout season.
Scout's take: He is a proven plug-and-play veteran who is a very productive edge defender. He is stout and very physical in the run game, excels holding gap integrity and understands how to fit with nasty intentions in the run game. Daley is very good at block destruction and understanding how offenses attack the edge. As a pass rusher, he wins with strength more than with elite bend and speed at the corner. Daley displays a high motor in pass rush with strong hands and feet that never stop. -- Muench
Transferring from: Penn State
Years remaining: 3
HT: 6-4 | WT: 250 | Class: Freshman
Background: The ESPN 300 signee wowed Penn State coaches during his first offseason in the program and generated a lot of hype that he had all the tools to develop into a first-round pick down the road. Coleman played 144 snaps during his debut season and showed flashes with 12 pressures, 3 TFLs and 1 strip sack against FIU that he returned 39 yards. He also had the sixth-best get-off score among all Power 4 edge rushers in Teamworks' tracking data. He played a limited role after the Nittany Lions got into their Big Ten slate, but the developmental upside is certainly exciting.
Scout's take: Coleman is an ascending pass rusher who can keep blockers' hands off him, turn the corner as a speed rusher and drive tackles when he transitions from speed to power. He can work inside when tackles try to take away the edge and he is fluid enough to win with weave moves. He slips blocks, shoots gaps, and closes well chasing from the backside as a run defender. -- Muench
Transferring from: Florida
Years remaining: 3
HT: 6-3 | WT: 248 | Class: Freshman
Background: The No. 261 overall recruit in last year's ESPN 300 earned a good role in his true freshman season with the Gators and produced 28 tackles, 13 pressures, 5 TFLs, 3.5 sacks and 1 interception against Ole Miss that he returned 25 yards. Woods showed the ability to play major snaps right away in the SEC -- he averaged 36 per game this season -- and earned three starts.
Scout's take:�Woods is a dynamic athlete with an exceptional frame. He was an all-state discus and shot putter in high school and an accomplished wrestler at 230 pounds. He now weighs 248 and is as explosive as any young edge defender in the country. He combines exceptional foot quickness with a powerful base, which is rare given his high-cut body. Woods possesses long arms with quick, strong hands to shed and beat blockers before they are set. He bends off the edge without losing balance or momentum, flashing a great closing burst. His long arms disrupt passing windows. Woods is developing moves as a pass rusher but dips and rips effectively with major upside in this facet. -- Muench
Transferring from: Colorado
Transferring to: Arizona State
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 210 | Class: Junior
Background: The former four-star recruit got on the field early on with quarterback Shedeur Sanders and the Buffaloes and delivered a stunning 197-yard receiving performance against USC as a true freshman in 2023. After a season-ending leg injury cut his sophomore season short, Miller came back strong in 2025 with 45 catches for 808 yards and eight touchdowns and earned second-team All-Big 12 honors.
Scout's take: Miller averaged 18 yards per catch and led Colorado in all three receiving categories in 2025, even as inconsistent QB play affected his production. His speed makes him a threat to take the top off the coverage and pull away after the catch. He tracks and adjusts to the deep ball well. He dropped too many passes in 2025, but he can pluck the ball out of the air and he's strong enough to come down with some 50-50 balls. -- Muench
What he brings to Arizona State: Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils developed former Colorado transfer Jordyn Tyson into a projected first-round NFL draft pick. Now they're bringing in one of the Big 12's best wideouts as their next No. 1 receiver. Expect a high-target role and big-time production that helps Miller boost his draft stock in his final collegiate season.
Transferring from: Michigan State
Transferring to: Indiana
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 203 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Marsh, a former ESPN 300 recruit from Detroit, caught 100 passes for 1,311 yards and nine touchdowns over his two seasons with the Spartans, leading the team in receiving in back-to-back seasons. He put up 194 receiving yards in his first career Big Ten game against Maryland, broke the program's true freshman receiving records in 2024 and was an honorable mention All-Big Ten selection this season.
Scout's take: Marsh's speed makes him a threat to get behind the coverage, and he tracks the deep ball well. He runs hard and breaks some tackles after the catch. He dropped too many passes in 2025, and he can do a better job of attacking the ball with his hands, but he's a taller target with the frame to box out underneath and win 50-50 balls downfield. -- Muench
What he brings to Indiana: Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers are reloading for 2026 and now have an opportunity to compete for the best of the best in the transfer portal. Marsh is a terrific get for the Hoosiers offense who should step right in for graduating senior Elijah Sarratt as a true No. 1 receiver next year. Marsh caught 12 passes for 142 yards and two TDs in his two games against Cignetti's Hoosiers, so the staff knows exactly what they're getting in this proven Big Ten playmaker.
Transferring from: San Diego State
Transferring to: Texas Tech
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 255 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: White has been a dominant force for the Aztecs and one of the top pass rushers in college football, earning first-team All-Mountain West honors in back-to-back seasons while producing a combined 29 tackles for loss and 19.5 sacks. The preseason Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year produced 41 pressures this season, which ranked in the top 10 among all Group of 5 defenders. White was a two-time captain for the Aztecs and is opting to make a move up rather than enter the NFL draft.
Scout's take:�He's an ultraproductive G5 edge rusher. He's a relentless pass rusher with active hands, and he makes it tough for blockers to lock onto his frame as he works upfield. He's twitchy with quick initial burst off the line. He tracks the quarterback and gets off blocks at the top of his rush. He can work inside when offensive tackles try to take away the edge. White has a strong array of pass-rush moves. He's a disruptive run defender who can slip blocks and shoot gaps. He can also stack and shed blockers. He's a very sound, productive football player. -- Muench
What he brings to Texas Tech:�The Red Raiders know elite pass rushers are worth every penny and they just helped David Bailey develop into a first-round NFL draft pick in his lone season in Lubbock. White was a must-get for Tech as it works to replace Bailey and Romello Height and he'll get a big spotlight in 2026 as one of the top returning edge rushers in the sport.
Transferring from: South Florida
Transferring to: Auburn
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-3 | WT: 231 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Brown led all FBS quarterbacks with 42 total touchdowns in the regular season and had the No. 1 QBR and PFF grade among all Group of 5 starters while leading an offense that averaged 43 points, fourth most nationally. He has enjoyed a prolific run as the operator of coach Alex Golesh's fast and explosive offensive attack with 9,955 career total yards and 92 total TDs. He's dangerous on the move and rushed for 1,008 yards this season with six 100-plus yard rushing performances, doing the majority of his damage on designed runs. Now the 32-game starter is ready to prove he can compete at the highest level as a senior.
Scout's take: Brown's strong arm complements his excellent frame and mobility. He stays poised and throws with a strong base within the pocket and extends plays, keeps his eyes downfield and finds receivers late when he gets moved off his spot. He is an outstanding runner with an impressive blend of quickness, power and speed. Brown is an unorthodox passer with a long, quirky release, but he has been very productive and is a dynamic player overall. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Auburn: This was a no-brainer as soon as Golesh got the job at Auburn, and the Tigers lost all three of their QBs who started games in 2025 because it was obvious Brown was on the way. It'll be exciting to see him take a step up in competition with his USF teammates and try to prove he's a serious NFL prospect as a senior.
Transferring from: Washington
Years remaining: 2
HT: 5-11 | WT: 190 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Well, this is a stunner. Four days after Williams signed a lucrative new deal with Washington�to return in 2026, he announced his plans to transfer. It's not a shock that he'd be coveted. Williams flashed big-time potential in his first full season as the Huskies' starter, finishing second in the Big Ten in total offense with 3,676 yards, 31 total touchdowns and 11 turnovers and a completion percentage (69.5%) that ranked among the top 10 in FBS. The former ESPN 300 recruit originally signed with Arizona�but followed coach Jedd Fisch and his staff to Seattle ahead of his freshman year. He played in every game as Will Rogers' backup in 2024 and earned starts in the final two games of his first year. Williams led the Huskies to nine wins this season in an offense that averaged 45.1 points in its victories and broke the school's single-game total offense record with 538 yards in a win over Rutgers.
Scout's take: The Big Ten's version of Marcel Reed at Texas A&M Aggies. Undersized but a gamer. Williams is built like a slot receiver and runs like one. He's extremely talented and a true dual-threat who's at his best when the play breaks down and he's creating with his feet and instincts. He's very explosive as a runner and is really elusive in the open field. He has a live arm with great zip given his smaller stature. He is accurate underneath and can put velocity on the ball when needing to drive it downfield. Williams has an excellent feel for the game. He's best in the spread offense in an RPO-heavy scheme where he's consistently moving the pocket to take advantage of his elite quickness and athletic traits. Up-tempo, high-speed offense is where he flourishes. -- Luginbill
Transferring from: TCU
Transferring to: Indiana
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 200 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Hoover took over for injured Chandler Morris during his redshirt freshman season in 2023 and never looked back, starting 31 consecutive games for the Horned Frogs and developing into one of the Big 12's most productive passers. The two-time team captain broke TCU's single-season passing record with 3,949 yards in 2024, and his 9,629 career passing yards and 71 passing touchdowns are most among all FBS quarterbacks returning for 2026.
Hoover got to sling it around a ton at TCU and has been a 65.2% career passer with a top-five QBR in the Big 12 in each of his three seasons as starter. He'll need to cut down on turnovers to be more successful at his next stop after compiling 42 (33 interceptions, nine fumbles) in his time with the Horned Frogs.
Scout's take: Hoover has enough zip on his passes to throw into tight windows when he gets the ball out on time and throws with a strong base. He can get the ball out quickly and hit receivers in the numbers running RPOs. He can keep his eyes downfield as he negotiates the pocket and can make accurate throws when he gets outside the pocket. He has limited size and is not a dynamic athlete, but he has enough to get out of trouble. Hoover is an ideal fit for any Air Raid system and plays a lot like Morris at Virginia. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Indiana: Indiana's Curt Cignetti and his staff have coached five QBs who've earned conference Offensive Player of the Year honors since 2019. Hoover gets to try to be next in line as an overqualified successor to potential No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza. Hoover was actually committed to play for Tom Allen at Indiana as a high school recruit before a late flip to TCU. Now he's coming back to Bloomington to try to lead another CFP run in 2026.
Transferring from: Iowa State
Transferring to: Penn State
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-1 | WT: 210 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Becht will be the most experienced returning Power 4 starter in the game next season, a 39-game starter with significant big-game experience who far exceeded three-star expectations during his career with the Cyclones. He has won 26 games as a starter and led Iowa State to the Big 12 title game in 2024 as well as the first 11-win season in program history. Becht had an up-and-down year in 2025, throwing for 2,584 yards on 60.5% passing with 24 total TDs and 10 turnovers, but he was playing most of the season with a partially torn labrum in his non-throwing shoulder and dealt with an AC sprain in his throwing shoulder.
Scout's take: Becht has played a ton of football. He makes sound adjustments at the line of scrimmage, he gets the ball out on time when his first read is there and he quickly gets to his second read when his first read isn't there. He can beat zone looks with timing and touch. He moves well in the pocket, he scrambles for first downs and he follows his blocks on designed quarterback runs. He has rushed for 16 touchdowns over the past two seasons. He is highly productive and consistent in his methods. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Penn State: Matt Campbell getting his trusted starter and team leader to join him in Happy Valley was never really in question once Becht officially entered the portal. They're going to face new challenges together in their first year in the Big Ten, and Campbell and his staff have a ton of work to do to reload this roster with a portal haul that should feature a ton of Iowa State players. When he's healthy and at his best, Becht can certainly be one of the Big Ten's top passers.�
Transferring from: Florida State
Years remaining: 3
HT: 6-4 | WT: 265 | Class: Freshman
Background: Twin brothers Mandrell and Darryll Desir joined the Seminoles as three-star signees in 2025 and quickly showed the ability to play far beyond expectation. Mandrell earned Freshman All-America honors in his debut season after playing in every game with two starts and producing 30 tackles, 7.5 TFLs and 6.5 sacks, most among all ACC freshmen. The brothers are moving on together as a package deal in the portal and should be highly coveted.
Scout's take:�Desir exceeded his three-star expectations as a freshman and proved to be a disruptive interior defensive lineman. He looks like he could still benefit from adding more mass but is an active presence with good strength. He uses his hands well and demonstrates excellent upper body strength to shed blockers. He has room to refine his pass rush but motor, bend and agility make him tough to keep blocked. He does a good job of pursuing to the ball with good range.�-- Muench
Transferring from: Vanderbilt
Years remaining: 1
HT: 5-10 | WT: 175 | Class: Junior
Background: Richardson spent one year at Hutchinson Community College and a year at Division II Washburn in Kansas before the Commodores discovered him in the portal last year. He had no trouble adjusting to playing in the SEC, and he put up 1,295 all-purpose yards and seven TDs as a receiver and kick returner. Richardson proved he can consistently be one of the fastest wideouts in FBS with a max speed of 21.5 mph and 68 plays of 18+ mph, most among all Power 4 players according to data powered by Teamworks.
Scout's take: Vanderbilt's version of Zachariah Branch. Richardson has elite level speed with premier route running instincts and has great hands and ball skills. He adjusts well when contested. Richardson is an open field slot receiver: Get the ball in his hands underneath and let him do the rest. He has great initial burst and gets to top speed within just a few steps. He's a natural plucker of the football which allows for that explosive transition up field. He can play on the inside, outside and is a threat in all three levels of the passing game.�-- Muench
Transferring from: Boston College
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-5 | WT: 217 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Harris, a three-star gem out of the state of Montana, developed into a two-year starter for the Eagles and has turned 57 career catches into 1,161 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. He's an explosive threat who averaged a whopping 28.6 yards per reception in 2024, with 486 receiving yards and four TDs on only 17 catches, and Harris leads all ACC wide receivers with eight catches of 40-plus yards over the past two seasons.
Scout's take: Harris is physical and a matchup issue for defenses based on his big frame and can play in the slot or outside. He averaged 17.3 yards per catch this season and was a threat after the catch because of his size and ability to break tackles. Harris can get off press on the boundary and gain leverage. He's a valuable player for an offense given his frame and physicality to block core opponents in the run game, with enough speed to take the roof off the coverage in play-action. -- Muench
Transferring from: Auburn
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-2 | WT: 269 | Class: Sophomore
Background: The former top-100 recruit arrived at Auburn with big-time expectations and is still working toward a breakthrough after two years with the Tigers. Williams played 196 snaps as a sophomore and produced 14 tackles, 8 pressures, 6 TFLs and 2 sacks while playing in a rotational role behind projected first-round pick Keldric Faulk and dealing with a shoulder injury. Williams nearly entered the portal after the 2024 season and is now making a move following the Tigers' coaching change.
Scout's take: Williams wins with explosive power, pad level and violent hands as a run defender. He has a good motor, and he closes well chasing from the backside. He's a relentless pass rusher who gets off the ball well and drives blockers when he transitions from speed to power. -- Muench
Transferring from: Arkansas
Transferring to: Texas
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-5 | WT: 387 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: The massive defensive tackle started all 12 games for the Razorbacks and was credited with 25 tackles, 5 pressures, 4 TFLs and 1 pass breakup. Geffrard logged 446 snaps on the season, an impressive total given his size, and was effective against the run with nine run stops at or behind the line of scrimmage, per ESPN Research.
Scout's take: Geffrard is an outstanding run defender with rare size and long arms. He stacks blockers, locates the ball and gets off the block in time to make plays. He had four TFLs in 2025 and can make some plays in the backfield. He has played in 28 games and has yet to record a sack but can overpower blockers and move the quarterback off his spot. -- Muench
What he brings to Texas: Geffrard is a much-needed big force up the middle for new defensive coordinator Will Muschamp and the Longhorns. He'll step in for departing seniors Hero Kanu and Cole Brevard as a plug-and-play starter with real SEC experience for a defensive front that returns Colin Simmons and is pursuing top portal pass rushers.
Transferring from: Texas
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-0 | WT: 192 | Class: Junior
Background: Moore, a top-100 recruit coming out of St. John Bosco in California, put together two productive seasons with the Longhorns, logging 77 career catches for 988 yards and 11 touchdowns. He put together several breakout games in his first season in the SEC, including a nine-catch, 114-yard performance against Georgia in the SEC title game. He was Arch Manning's second-leading receiver this season with 38 catches and 532 receiving yards on 51 targets.
Scout's take: Moore can sink his hips and accelerate out of cuts at the top of routes. He runs well and is effective at running deep crossing routes. As an explosive, open-field runner, Moore can make the first defender miss and threaten after the catch. He's a hands catcher, tracks the ball well and was able to cut down on his drops in 2025. -- Muench
Transferring from: NC State
Transferring to: Alabama
Years remaining: 2
HT: 5-11 | WT: 195 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: The former ESPN 300 recruit from Charlotte spent one redshirt season at Oklahoma before coming home and developing into a rising star for the Wolfpack. The first-team All-ACC performer accounted for 1,128 yards from scrimmage and seven total TDs this season and surpassed 100 total yards in 11 of his 22 career games in Raleigh. Smothers led the ACC and ranked among the top 10 in FBS in missed tackles forced (71), according to ESPN Research.
Scout's take: Smothers is a patient runner who can sift through traffic between the tackles and bounce runs outside. He's quick through the hole as an inside runner, and when he turns the corner on outside runs, he's fast enough to pull away when he gets a seam. He's a reliable receiver with strong hands, and he's more of a threat after the catch than his yards per catch average in 2025 (5.1) would suggest. -- Muench
What he brings to Alabama: The Crimson Tide ranked No. 125 nationally in rushing yards per game (104.1) this season, a stat that would have been unimaginable in the Nick Saban era. Kalen DeBoer needed to get a featured back he can rely on in 2026 and landed an explosive one in Smothers to pair with returning rushers Daniel Hill, Kevin Riley, AK Dear and incoming top-50 recruit Ezavier Crowell.
Transferring from:�North Texas
Transferring to: Oklahoma State
Years remaining:�3
HT:�6-2 |�WT:�200 |�Class:�Freshman
Background:�In his first college season, Hawkins led all FBS players with 29 total touchdowns and produced 1,804 yards from scrimmage (third most in FBS) to earn All-America honors and American Conference Rookie of the Year. The Shawnee, Oklahoma, native surpassed 200 total yards in six games for the Mean Green, including a 223-yard performance in their bowl win over San Diego State. Hawkins led all FBS backs with 63 broken tackles, according to ESPN Research, and gained 983 rushing yards after contact.
Scout's take:�Hawkins hugs his blocks and presses the front side then cuts up and accelerates through the hole when he sees daylight. He breaks tackles with explosive power, contact balance and effort. He catches the ball well, he's quick to reach his top-end speed and he's tough to tackle in space as a receiver out of the backfield.�-- Muench
What he brings to Oklahoma State: No surprise here that Hawkins is joining Mestemaker and Morris in Stillwater. Hawkins will have a lot of hype to live up to in his first season in the Big 12, but he's also going to benefit from a full year of offseason development as he tries to match his monster freshman campaign.
Transferring from: Arizona State
Years remaining: 1
HT: 5-9 | WT: 195 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Brown had a fascinating journey before finally breaking through in 2025. The top-100 recruit from Mater Dei High School began his career at USC as a running back and had a solid freshman season before transitioning to wide receiver in 2023. He transferred to Arizona State for a fresh start in 2024 and to play running back again but struggled with a nagging hamstring injury. After bulking up 25 pounds without losing speed, Brown put it all together and earned first-team All-Big 12 honors as the league's second-leading rusher with 1,446 yards from scrimmage and six TDs. He initially declared for the NFL draft in December, but he eventually opted to enter the portal ahead of his final season of eligibility.
Scout's take: Very similar to Isaac Brown at Louisville and Hollywood Smothers at NC State. Brown is on the shorter side, but he has elite short-area quickness and 0-to-60 burst. He's a home run threat in the open field. Brown might not be an every-down pounder, particularly between the tackles, but he plays big for his size. He has really good ball skills and is a threat on the perimeter in the passing game and can make people miss in a phone booth as an inside runner. -- Luginbill
Transferring from: Nebraska
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 230 | Class: Sophomore
Background: The former five-star recruit flipped from Georgia to Nebraska in December 2023 knowing he would be able to start right away as a true freshman. He led all FBS freshmen and broke the program's freshman record with 2,819 passing yards in 2024 while leading the Huskers to their first bowl game since 2016. Nebraska spent a ton to acquire offensive talent in the portal to load up around him and try to take the next big step in his second year. But a 5-1 start fell apart with losses in four of Nebraska's final six games. Raiola suffered a season-ending broken right fibula against USC in early November. He struggled at times to operate behind a poor offensive line, taking 27 sacks over nine games, but still threw for 2,000 yards on 72% passing with 18 TDs and eight turnovers.
Scout's take: Raiola is accurate, and he can make layered throws over the middle when he gets the ball out on time and throws with a strong base. He's effective when rolling to his right, and he keeps his eyes downfield as he climbs the pocket. He moves well enough to scramble for the occasional first down. Raiola switched commitments multiple times as a recruit and is now transferring after two seasons in Lincoln. Despite being talented, he will need to prove he's committed to make a team better. -- Luginbill
Transferring from: Florida
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 247 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Lagway, a former top-10 recruit, went 10-9 as Florida's QB1 while putting up 4,179 passing yards, 237 rushing yards, 29 total touchdowns and 24 turnovers over the past two seasons. His 14 interceptions in 2025 were the most among all Power 4 passers, and his 59.5 QBR ranked 14th among SEC starters. During his two years in college, Lagway has dealt with shoulder, core muscle, groin, hamstring and calf injuries, and he has missed out on valuable offseason reps and development. Combine those issues with a highly pressurized hot-seat situation, a head coach trying to be the offensive playcaller and injuries at receiver, and you get a messy scenario and a frustrating 4-8 sophomore year. Lagway is ready for a reset and a fresh start to finish his career.
Scout's take: Lagway's rare blend of size, mobility and arm strength translates to a high ceiling. He can drop the ball in the bucket and hit receivers in stride throwing downfield. He's quick for his size and is tough to tackle when he gets into space, making him more of a threat as a runner and scrambler than the stats would suggest. He has started 19 games with 13 of those coming against SEC teams. Lagway might be the most physically gifted player at the position in the portal. -- Luginbill
Transferring from: Alabama
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-3 | WT: 297 | Class: Junior
Background: The Montgomery, Alabama, native was the No. 3 defensive tackle and No. 25 overall recruit in the 2023 ESPN 300, and he played in 37 games over his three years with the Crimson Tide. Smith earned a starting spot in 2025 and contributed 28 tackles, 6.5 TFLs and 2.5 sacks on 398 snaps. Now, he's looking to finish out his career elsewhere ahead of his final season of eligibility.
Scout's take:�Smith is strong enough to hold his ground and stack blocks between the tackles. He flashes the ability to fight though and split double-teams. He can get into gaps and slip blocks. He primarily lines up on the inside, but he's a physical edge setter when he is on the outside. He's a relentless pass rusher with active hands and good power.�-- Muench
Transferring from: Tennessee
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-6 | WT: 330 | Class: Junior
Background: Heard, a former top-100 recruit who began his career at LSU, is back in the portal after developing into a two-year starter at left tackle for Tennessee. He showed significant improvement as a junior after ranking among the bottom five SEC starting tackles in pressures allowed (20) and blown block percentage (3.8%) in his first season with the Vols, according to ESPN Research. Heard allowed pressure on only 1.7% of snaps in pass protection in 2025, which ranked fifth best among SEC tackles and helped him earn third-team All-SEC recognition.
Scout's take: Heard is a massive presence who can be a physical, mauling blocker. He can cover up and seal off blockers and, at his best, bully and drive defenders off the line. He'll lose pad level at times and play high, which can hurt his effectiveness. He moves well enough to cut off backside linebackers climbing to the second level and kick out defenders when he pulls. He possesses good balance and feet, and flashes a powerful punch in pass protection. He has the frame and foot speed to develop into an outstanding pass blocker. His length and quickness make it difficult for speed rushers to turn the corner working against him. This is a big, physical tackle with SEC starting experience and, while not always clean in technique, he has consistently proved he can get the job done. -- Muench
Transferring from: Boise State
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 205 | Class: Junior
Background: Benefield got onto the field right away at Boise State and developed into a 32-game starter over his three seasons with the Broncos. He has been productive year after year while compiling 235 career tackles, 18 TFLs, 11 pass breakups, 5 interceptions and 2 forced fumbles. Benefield put it all together in 2025 with a team-high 107 tackles and 8.5 TFLs, earning first-team All-Mountain West honors as well as defensive MVP of the Mountain West title game.
Scout's take: A smooth, taller athlete with great length and the ability to play in the box, he has size and production. Benefield shows very good range in the middle of the field and is not afraid to participate in the run game but is not super physical. He's best in pursuit and is an effective open-field tackler who diagnoses quickly with great pre-snap awareness. He's very experienced and looks to be a leader on defense by getting guys aligned in coverage calls. -- Muench
Transferring from: Clemson
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-2 | WT: 195 | Class: Sophomore
Background: The third-team All-ACC performer joined the Tigers as a top-200 recruit and stepped into a starting role as a sophomore in 2025. He made a bunch of big plays for the Tigers over the course of the season with six interceptions, which tied for second-most in the FBS and the most by a Clemson defender since 2009, while also contributing 46 tackles and five pass breakups.
Scout's take:�He's a deep-zone ballhawk who puts himself in position to make plays. He flashes excellent range and is the definition of an opportunistic football player. He's quick to diagnose the pass and get off the hash over the top of routes. He makes great adjustments to the ball with fluid transitional skills and body control. He possesses excellent hands and ball skills, closing fast on the underneath pass and breaking up a lot of balls. He's a good open-field tackler but not a very physical presence in the box. He has scheme flexibility to align throughout the secondary with his great one-on-one coverage skills. -- Muench
Transferring from: Clemson
Transferring to: Georgia
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-0 | WT: 200 | Class: Junior
Background: Barnes shined right away for Clemson in 2023, earning Freshman All-American honors as a true freshman starter who created six takeaways for the Tigers' defense. The 30-game starter has recorded 147 tackles, 16 pass breakups and 7 interceptions in his career, but he is seeking a new opportunity ahead of his final season.
Scout's take:�Barnes is a productive ballhawk from the back end. He displays good middle-of-the-field vision and range and diagnoses quickly. He's a solid tackler who takes good angles to the ball and is reliable in the open field. He shows enough athleticism to provide coverage in space, and enough strength to drop into the core to play the run. A scheme-versatile prospect. -- Muench
What he brings to Georgia: Safety was a major need for the Bulldogs during this portal season, and they were determined to sign two quality starters to step in and contribute in 2026. Barnes is an Athens native who played at North Oconee and gets to come home to close out his career in the SEC.
Transferring from: Iowa State
Years remaining: 1
HT: 5-11 | WT: 200 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Williams, a former three-star recruit out of Florida, emerged as one of the Big 12's top defensive playmakers during the Cyclones' 2024 run to the Big 12 title game with interceptions in four consecutive games. He looked poised to build on his All-Big 12 season in 2025 but went down with a torn ACL five games in and was lost for the season. Now, he's joining the exodus of Cyclone players hitting the portal after coach Matt Campbell and his staff moved on to Penn State.
Scout's take: Williams missed most of the 2025 season with a knee injury, but he's a ballhawk who tracks and attacks the ball like a receiver. He reads the receiver and turns his head in time to locate the ball when he turns and runs. He reads the quarterback and breaks on the ball well in zone looks. -- Muench
Transferring from: Miami (Ohio)
Transferring to: Texas Tech
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-4 | WT: 249 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Trick developed into one of the nation's premier pass rushers over his four years at Miami (Ohio). He moved into a full-time starter role this season and produced an FBS-high 73 pressures, according to ESPN Research, while compiling 59 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss, 8.5 sacks and an interception for the RedHawks. The first-team All-MAC selection opened the season with two sacks against Wisconsin and is ready to make the move up to Power 4 competition in his final year.
Scout's take:�Trick is on the leaner side for an edge, but he's a tough run defender who shoots his hands and pulls blockers through. He bends well and looks to knock the ball out of the quarterback's hands as a speed rusher off the edge. He can get off the block at the top of his power rush. He's relentless.�-- Muench
What he brings to Texas Tech: The rich are getting richer in Lubbock. Texas Tech had already nabbed two of the best D-linemen in the portal in Ibirogba and White and got even better with the addition of Trick. These veteran pass rushers saw how much a year at Tech boosted the draft stock of Bailey and Height. They're ready for similar gains and a brighter spotlight in 2026.
Transferring from: USC
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-5 | WT: 290 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Thompkins came in as a 230-pound edge defender in 2022 and put in the work to bulk up to 290 pounds and play inside for the Trojans. He earned a total of 18 starts over the past two seasons and had a productive run, generating 30 pressures with 9 TFLs, 4.5 sacks and 5 pass breakups.
Scout's take: Thompkins is a former basketball player who played only one year of high school football and played in just three games his first two seasons at USC. He played a bigger role in 2024, and he recorded career highs in tackles-for-loss and sacks in 2025. He can slip blocks and get into the backfield as a run defender. He's on the leaner side for an interior defensive lineman, but he flashes the ability to stack blocks, locate the ball and disengage. He flashes as a hand fighter, and he chases with good effort rushing the passer. -- Muench
Transferring from: Alabama
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-2 | WT: 243 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: The top outside linebacker and No. 9 overall recruit in the 2023 ESPN 300 played in 22 games for the Crimson Tide and earned nine starts. He recorded 30 tackles and picked off two passes as a true freshman, but he suffered a foot injury that made it tough to take the next big step as a sophomore. Russaw got hurt against Georgia in late September and was sidelined for six games in conference play. He came back to play 104 snaps as a reserve behind Yhonzae Pierre.
Scout's take:�Russaw would be one of the top portal defenders if not for injury concerns. A former five-star, he was one of the more naturally gifted athletes on Alabama's 2024 roster. His best asset is his scheme versatility. He can play stout vs. the run, drop back in coverage or chase QBs as a pass rusher. Russaw lacks ideal height but plays with great leverage and strength at the point of attack. A disruptive presence vs. counter and gap-blocking schemes. He's fluid enough to get depth in his drops, change direction and make plays on the football.�-- Muench
Transferring from: Ohio State
Years remaining: 4
HT: 6-4 | WT: 210 | Class: Freshman
Background: Porter, the No. 62 overall recruit in ESPN's 2025 rankings out of New Jersey, played in four games and redshirted during his debut season with the Buckeyes. He caught all four of his targets in limited action for 59 yards and three first downs including a 22-yard grab against Wisconsin. He's exploring a transfer after his wide receivers coach, Brian Hartline, left to become the head coach at South Florida.�
Scout's take:�The former No. 9 receiver and 84th-ranked overall in the ESPN 300, Porter probably would have been a major contributor for any other team in the country. He's tall and physical, playing faster than his testing times (11.1 100-meter) out of high school. He gains speed and gathers momentum as a vertical route runner. As a pass catcher, he attacks the ball and is a big target over the middle. He wins contested balls with his leverage strength and long arms (80-inch wingspan) but also extends plays with YAC utilizing his strong, explosive frame to break tackles.�-- Muench
Transferring from: Iowa State
Transferring to: Penn State
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-7 | WT: 255 | Class: Junior
Background: The force from Pierce, Nebraska, flipped from Nebraska to Iowa State late in his recruiting process and has developed into one of the Big 12's top red zone weapons with 75 career catches for 977 yards and nine touchdowns. Brahmer's sophomore season was cut short by injury, but he showed off his potential in the fall as a second-team All-Big 12 performer who put up 446 receiving yards and scored five of his six TDs in the red zone.
Scout's take: Brahmer is a big target with the size to box out defenders and the strength to separate at the top of routes. He has an outstanding catching radius and is a tough one-on-one matchup in the red zone. He's fast enough to make some plays down the seam and hard to tackle after the catch. He can engulf defenders in space and he has the frame to develop into an effective in-line blocker. -- Muench
Transferring from: Iowa State
Transferring to: Penn State
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-1 | WT: 215 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Neal, a former three-star recruit, impressed in his first season as a starter for the Cyclones, earning third-team All-Big 12 recognition after tying for the team lead with 77 tackles and recording 11 tackles for loss, 3 pass breakups and 2 interceptions. He finished with 40 solo stops on the year and a top-five run defense grade among Big 12 starting safeties per Pro Football Focus.
Scout's take: A physical safety/linebacker hybrid who excelled in the Cyclones' 3-3-5 scheme. He's a disruptive box presence that offenses need to account for. He's strong enough with his size (6-1, 215) to hold up against big personnel groupings in the run game while having the versatility to play in third-down packages in space and in pressure schemes. He showed good communication skills on tape in getting guys aligned in critical situations.�-- Muench
What he brings to Penn State: Neal joined the long list of Iowa State players transferring to continue playing for Matt Campbell at Penn State. He'll be an exciting chess piece for new defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn with the potential to develop into an All-Big Ten performer.
Transferring from: Utah
Years remaining: 1
HT: 5-10 | WT: 185 | Class: Junior
Background: Snowden was such a talented playmaker at Utah that his coaches wanted the ball in his hands on offense, too. He was a two-year starter at corner who allowed catches on just 33.7% of all targets with four career interceptions and 17 pass breakups. Snowden also got in on offense at receiver and running back this season, turning 26 touches into 158 yards and one rushing TD, and he has returned kickoffs as well for the Utes.
Scout's take:�Snowden led Utah in passes defended with 11 in 2025. He reads receivers, jumps routes and breaks up passes in off coverage. He runs well, tracks the ball and has picked off four passes over the past two seasons.�-- Muench
Transferring from: NC State
Transferring to: USC
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-2 | WT: 204 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Anderson, a former four-star recruit, played early as a true freshman and saw a big uptick in his usage as a sophomore in 2025, turning 53 targets into 39 catches for 629 receiving yards and five touchdowns. He put up a career-high 166 receiving yards and two TDs against Duke and averaged 17.4 yards per reception in conference play for the Wolfpack.
Scout's take:�Anderson averaged 16.1 yards per catch and led NC State in receiving yards in 2025. He's an explosive runner who is quick to reach his top-end speed after the catch and a threat to pull away when he catches passes in stride. He still doesn't have great size, but he has added weight. He tracks the ball well, and he's competitive in 50-50 situations. He can find pockets in zone looks, and he can stick a foot in the ground at the top of routes.�-- Muench
What he brings to USC: The Trojans knew they'd have a major need at wide receiver with stars Makai Lemon, this season's Biletnikoff Award winner, and Ja'Kobi Lane�declaring for the NFL draft. They moved quickly to secure a pledge from Anderson, a plug-and-play starter who should pair well with Tanook Hines as top targets for Jayden Maiava.
Transferring from: Penn State
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-4 | WT: 250 | Class: Sophomore
Background: The former top-100 recruit from Connecticut played right away for the Nittany Lions in 2024 with four starts as a freshman. Reynolds stepped into a more significant role as the successor to first-round pick Tyler Warren as expected and caught 26 passes for 257 yards this season with 163 yards gained after the catch. He opted to move on during Penn State's transition after the firing of longtime coach James Franklin.
Scout's take:�Reynolds gets out of breaks well at the top of routes and finds windows working against zone looks. His hands are a little inconsistent, but he's a big target who flashes the ability to pluck the ball, and he can hold on after taking a big hit. He can make the first defender miss, and he runs hard after the catch. He's a competitive blocker who gets into position and drives defenders when he gets into space. -- Muench
Transferring from: Oklahoma State
Years remaining: 3
HT: 6-3 | WT: 255 | Class: Redshirt freshman
Background: After redshirting during his true freshman season at South Carolina, Gregory entered the portal in the spring and joined the Cowboys. He made it apparent rather quickly that he was one of the most talented players on the team with three sacks in the season opener and went on to earn Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year honors, finishing the season with 23 pressures and 12 TFLs.
Scout's take: Gregory came roaring out of the gate this season, then production slowed. This will be his third move in as many years and could be reason for caution, but the tools to be a disruptive edge defender are certainly there. He can be a bit of a bull in a china shop at times and can refine his technique against the run, but he can quickly blow up plays.�-- Muench
Transferring from: Kansas State
Transferring to: Indiana
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-3 | WT: 250 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Osunsanmi looked poised to be a breakout start for the Wildcats in 2025 after recording 5.5 TFLs and 3.5 sacks in a reserve role as a redshirt sophomore. He got off to a strong start with 13 pressures, 6 TFLs and 4 sacks before suffering a season-ending injury in October that sidelined him for K-State's final six games.
Scout's take: Osunsanmi is a former linebacker who moved to edge toward the end of the 2023 season. He stacks and sheds tight ends as a run defender. He mixes the dip-and-rip with long-arm and quick inside moves as a pass rusher. He flashes good short-area closing burst. He missed the final six games of the 2025 season with an injury.�-- Muench
What he brings to Indiana: The Hoosiers made Osunsanmi a major priority from the start and quickly locked in a commitment as part of an impressive haul led by Hoover and Marsh that sets this program up to be a CFP contender yet again in Year 3 under Cignetti. He'll help play a big role in replacing the production that seniors Mikail Kamara, Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt provided off the edge.
Transferring from: Georgia Tech
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-4 | WT: 215 | Class: Sophomore
Background: After catching six passes for 83 yards during his true freshman season, Canion earned a starting role in 2025 and put up 480 yards and team-high four receiving TDs on 33 catches as the Yellow Jackets' No. 3 receiver behind Eric Rivers and Malik Rutherford. He showed big-play potential with nine catches of 20-plus yards on the year and six games over 50 yards.
Scout's take:�Canion is a big, physical receiver with great hands and route running skills who was underutilized last season. Out of high school he was ranked as an athlete in the ESPN300. He broad-jumped over 10� feet and ran a laser 4.51 40 playing QB and WR. He now checks in at 6-foot-4, 215 pounds and is even more explosive. For his size, he has separation speed and excels at creating space on vertical and crossing routes. He wins one-on-one matchups with great body control and superior ball skills and tracks the pass well. He has strong, reliable hands and breaks tackles after the catch.�-- Muench
Transferring from: Notre Dame
Transferring to: Kentucky
Years remaining: 2
HT: 6-2 | WT: 208 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Minchey, a former ESPN 300 recruit, competed with CJ Carr to become QB1 for the Fighting Irish in the offseason, and by all accounts he performed well and made it a close call. He played a dozen or more snaps in five blowout wins and was efficient, completing 20 of 26 passes for 196 yards and rushing for 84 yards and a touchdown. After three years in South Bend, he's ready to be a starter and a leader at his next school.
Scout's take: Minchey has appeared in just 10 games over the past three seasons, but he has flashed ability with a strong arm and good mobility. He can drop the ball into receivers running go routes and throw hole balls working against two-high looks. Minchey can extend plays and make off-platform throws. He's an instinctive runner with enough speed to break explosive runs. Limited experience but gifted with the upside to become a quality player. -- Lunginbill
What he brings to Kentucky: One day after he committed to Nebraska, Minchey flipped his pledge to play for new coach Will Stein at Kentucky. Stein's track record of NFL draft picks with the Ducks with Bo Nix, Dillon Gabriel and Dante Moore up next was tough to turn down, and this move gets the Tennessee native close to home in an SEC offense that is rapidly reloading in the portal and should set him up for success as a first-time starter.
Transferring from: Cincinnati
Years remaining: 1
HT: 6-1 | WT: 235 | Class: Junior
Background: Uluave earned Pac-12 Defensive Freshman of the Year and Freshman All-American honors as a true freshman starter in 2023 with 66 tackles, 6.5 TFLs and 4 takeaways. He stepped up his game as a junior with his first 100-tackle season plus 12 TFLs, six pass breakups and first-team All-ACC honors.
Scout's take:�Uluave is an intense, high-motor linebacker who plays upfield and with purpose. He's a good tackler and striker upon contact, and he plays with an edge. He's a relentless between-the-tackles pass rusher with potential special teams value. He has some ankle stiffness in space but has a knack for finding the football and making plays.�-- Muench
Transferring from: LSU
Transferring to: Ole Miss
Years remaining: 3
HT: 6-5 | WT: 320 | Class: Freshman
Background: Curne, the No. 133 player in the 2025 ESPN 300, had to get on the field right away as a true freshman with the Tigers in 2025 and made four starts at left tackle and one at right tackle. He went through freshman struggles as anyone would in the SEC and allowed 11 pressures and six sacks over 188 snaps in pass protection, according to ESPN Research, but still showed promise in his battles with blue-chip pass rushers.
Scout's take:�Curne is a big and powerful run blocker who walls off defensive linemen one-on-one and gets movement as a combination blocker. He moves well enough to work up to the second level. He struggled as a pass blocker at times but he's young with the frame and enough foot speed to get better. He lined up at left and right tackle as a true freshman. -- Muench
What he brings to Ole Miss: Pete Golding has brought over several staffers from LSU during this coaching transition, including former interim coach Frank Wilson, and should be in the mix for several Tigers who hit the portal. Regardless of whether Curne ends up at tackle or guard, he should be a valuable addition with a bright future.
