Atlanta, Georgia – The NCAA transfer portal spring window for college football players opened on Tuesday, marking the beginning of a 14-day period for underclassman transfers. This year, there was a notable increase in the number of FBS scholarship players entering the portal compared to previous years. With the NCAA’s one-time transfer rule no longer in place, players no longer have to wait to graduate before transferring again. This change has led to more players exploring their options and seeking new opportunities to find playing time.
On the first day of the spring transfer window, a total of 221 FBS scholarship players entered the portal, with players from various schools across the country making the decision to transfer. Georgia State led all FBS schools with 13 scholarship players entering the portal, signaling a trend of roster reconstruction among college football programs. The movement in the transfer portal has been significant, with over 2,100 FBS scholarship transfers occurring since the cycle began last year.
As the transfer window opened, Colorado saw several players, including cornerback Cormani McClain, enter the portal. McClain’s decision to transfer has created buzz among college football fans, especially considering his initial commitment to the program. Additionally, the running back market has started to take shape, with players like Damien Martinez from Oregon State preparing to take official visits to various schools in search of a new home.
One of the highlights of the transfer portal opening was the emergence of Kent State defensive tackle CJ West as a sought-after player by numerous Power 5 programs. West’s impressive track record and experience have garnered attention from top schools looking to add depth to their defensive lines. In the quarterback market, several backup quarterbacks have announced their intentions to enter the transfer portal, adding more depth to the pool of available players.
With the transfer portal frenzy expected to continue over the next few weeks, college football programs will be actively recruiting and pursuing transfers to fill gaps in their rosters. The intensity of the recruitment process during this period is likely to lead to significant roster changes across the country, as players seek new opportunities and coaching staffs work to secure talented transfers. Overall, the spring transfer window is poised to set new records for transfer transactions in college football, shaping the landscape of the sport for the upcoming season.