Classement final du portail de transfert : les 100 meilleurs joueurs du football universitaire en mouvement
Une intersaison record en termes de transferts s'est achevée. Plus de 3 400 joueurs boursiers FBS ont rejoint le portail de transfert de la NCAA cet intersaison, à la recherche de meilleures opportunités ailleurs.
Deux fenêtres de négociation ont suivi la fin de la saison régulière. La première a duré du 9 au 28 décembre, et la seconde du 16 au 25 avril.
Quels joueurs ont été les plus convoités sur le marché des transferts ? Voici le classement final d'ESPN des meilleurs talents ayant effectué des transferts sur le portail des transferts.
Ce classement de 100 est basé sur la production, l'expérience, le potentiel, la demande et les commentaires des entraîneurs et des directeurs généraux de tout le sport.
1. John Mateer , QBTransfert depuis : État de Washington | Transfert vers : Oklahoma Saisons restantes : 2
Poids : 6-1 | Poids : 219 | Classe : Redshirt freshman
Contexte : Après avoir passé deux ans derrière Cam Ward , Mateer a réalisé une saison 2024 impressionnante qui a fait de lui l'un des quarterbacks titulaires les plus convoités du pays. Mateer a lancé pour 3 139 yards et 29 touchdowns avec 65 % de réussite à la passe et s'est classé sixième parmi les titulaires de FBS avec 1 032 yards à la course (hors sacks) et a marqué 15 touchdowns à la course. Explosif et intrépide en course, il a forcé 58 plaquages manqués selon ESPN Research (le plus grand nombre parmi les quarterbacks de FBS) avec 22 courses de 15 yards ou plus. Le natif de Little Elm, au Texas, a affiché un bilan de 8-4 en tant que titulaire, menant les Cougars jusqu'à la 18e place du classement des College Football Playoffs, avec un total de points ajoutés attendus (EPA) par dropback parmi les cinq titulaires de FBS. L'État de Washington a présenté une offre solide pour ramener Mateer en 2025, mais il a choisi de passer par le portail et a l'opportunité d'être le joueur le plus influent de ce cycle de portail pour 2025. -- Max Olson
Avis du recruteur : Mateer est un véritable joueur de l'Air Raid au jeu de passe. Il excelle dans le rythme et le timing des passes et est très décisif. C'est un joueur très difficile à presser car il lui arrache le ballon des mains. C'est un coureur solide qui peut se sortir des situations difficiles et prolonger les actions. Il joue avec une grande confiance et améliore le jeu de ses coéquipiers. -- Tom Luginbill
Ce qu'il apporte à Oklahoma : une assurance indispensable. Oklahoma a recruté Ben Arbuckle, coordinateur offensif de Washington State, le 2 décembre, faisant du transfert de Mateer vers OU le secret le moins bien gardé du recrutement par portail. Miami et d'autres ont fortement insisté, mais Mateer n'a pas pu refuser l'opportunité de rejoindre ses entraîneurs à Norman et de jouer sur une grande scène la saison prochaine. Les Sooners ont recruté de nombreux talents via le portail pour tenter de redresser la barre, mais Mateer insufflera une grande capacité de jeu et de confiance à leur attaque. -- Olson
2. Carson Beck , QBTransfert depuis : Géorgie | Transfert vers : Miami Saisons restantes : 1
Poids : 6-4 | Poids : 220 | Catégorie : Senior Redshirt
Contexte : Beck a créé la surprise en inscrivant son nom sur le portail, changeant de cap et s'inscrivant après avoir annoncé le 28 décembre sa participation à la draft NFL. La blessure au coude subie par Beck lors de la victoire de Georgia en championnat SEC contre Texas, qui a mis fin à sa saison, est l'une des principales raisons pour lesquelles il tentera de disputer une saison universitaire supplémentaire afin de retrouver son statut de choix de premier tour. Cette blessure au coude est également la seule raison pour laquelle Beck n'était pas le joueur numéro 1 de notre classement des transferts. Beck a été limité lors des entraînements de printemps, mais son expérience en tant que titulaire depuis deux ans est difficile à égaler. Beck a affiché un bilan de 24-3 en tant que titulaire de Georgia, cumulant 8 157 yards et 63 touchés au total lors de son passage à Athens. Il apportera à sa prochaine équipe son expérience des grands matchs – avec neuf victoires contre des adversaires du top 25 –, un bras très talentueux et une robustesse à toute épreuve. – Olson
Avis du recruteur : Lorsque Beck est en bonne santé et possède un jeu de course régulier, il est l'un des passeurs les plus purs et les plus fluides du football universitaire. C'est un manieur de ballon exceptionnel, capable non seulement de propulser le ballon dans les espaces restreints aux niveaux intermédiaire et profond du terrain, mais aussi de le superposer et de modifier la vitesse du ballon. Ses décisions ont été revues à la baisse lors de sa dernière saison à Georgia, et il a pris trop de risques avec le ballon. -- Luginbill
Son apport à Miami : Cam Ward a totalement changé la donne pour le programme de Miami lors de sa seule saison en tant que quarterback numéro 1, transformant les Hurricanes en un sérieux prétendant aux ACC et aux College Football Playoffs, et devenant ainsi le premier choix du repêchage. Beck poursuit les mêmes objectifs en 2025, ce choix est donc tout à fait logique. Il n'a pas encore eu l'occasion de disputer un match de playoffs, et Miami non plus. L'arrivée de Beck signifie une nouvelle année d'attentes extrêmement élevées pour l'entraîneur Mario Cristobal et son équipe. -- Olson
3. Darian Mensah , QBTransfert depuis : Tulane | Transfert vers : Duke Saisons restantes : 3
Poids : 6-3 | Poids : 200 | Classe : Redshirt freshman
Contexte : Mensah était une recrue deux étoiles complètement méconnue, originaire de San Luis Obispo, en Californie, lorsque la Green Wave l'a repéré et lui a proposé sa première bourse. Il était leur quarterback de l'équipe de recrutement en 2023 et était pressenti pour être leur troisième option la saison dernière. Mais ce freshman en chemise rouge a obtenu le poste de titulaire et a prouvé qu'il était l'un des meilleurs jeunes quarterbacks du pays. Mensah a lancé pour 2 723 yards, 23 touchdowns au total et six interceptions lors de sa première saison comme titulaire, menant Tulane à une saison de neuf victoires et à une participation au match de championnat de l'American Athletic lors de la première saison de l'entraîneur Jon Sumrall. Son QBR de 76,5 le classait troisième parmi les titulaires de la G5 et 19e en FBS, et il a dominé tous les titulaires de l'AAC en yards par tentative (9,5) et en pourcentage de passes complétées (66 %). Les entraîneurs adverses voient un bras talentueux et un potentiel prometteur. Tulane s'est battu avec acharnement pour conserver Mensah, mais il avait plusieurs prétendants au Power 4 qui se battaient pour ses services. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Mensah rappelle Desmond Ridder, ancien passeur de Cincinnati. Mensah est posé, calme et extrêmement précis. Il possède une bonne force de bras, sans être exceptionnel, et son placement de balle ainsi que sa capacité à adapter sa vitesse à la passe sont impressionnants. C'est également un bon coureur. – Luginbill
Son apport à Duke : Les Blue Devils ont affiché un bilan de 9 victoires et 3 défaites lors de la première saison de l'entraîneur Manny Diaz, avec Maalik Murphy, transféré du Texas, au poste de quarterback. En abandonnant Murphy et en misant tout sur Mensah, Diaz affirme haut et fort ses ambitions de prétendre au titre en ACC en 2025. Mensah a confié à ESPN qu'il était attiré par le prestige académique de Duke et les atouts déjà en place pour remporter un grand titre la saison prochaine. Mensah aurait probablement pu aller n'importe où, mais il a préféré un recrutement rapide et s'est engagé dès sa première visite. Il a confiance en Diaz et le coordinateur offensif Jonathan Brewer pour propulser son jeu au niveau supérieur. -- Olson
4. Fernando Mendoza , QBTransfert depuis : Cal | Transfert vers : Indiana Saisons restantes : 2
HT : 6-5 | WT : 225 | Classe : Redshirt sophomore
Contexte : Mendoza a été une découverte incroyable pour Cal, un joueur trois étoiles de Miami, peu connu, qui s'était engagé avec Yale jusqu'à ce que les Bears lui fassent une offre tardive. Il est devenu l'un des meilleurs jeunes quarterbacks du pays après avoir pris la relève comme titulaire de Cal pour leurs huit derniers matchs en 2023. En deuxième année, il était le troisième meilleur passeur de l'ACC avec 3 004 yards à la passe et a porté son pourcentage de réussite à 69 % (deuxième de l'ACC), tout en inscrivant 18 touchdowns au total et seulement six interceptions en 11 matchs. Il a mené tous les quarterbacks de la FBS avec 41 sacks la saison dernière, mais a surmonté une protection inégale pour réaliser une année très productive, avec de belles performances contre Miami et Auburn, et un drive victorieux de 98 yards pour battre son rival Stanford. Mendoza est considéré comme l'un des quarterbacks les plus prometteurs du pays par plusieurs services du personnel. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Mendoza est l'un des joueurs les plus sous-estimés à ce poste au football universitaire. Il mesure 1,96 m, est un excellent athlète et est très coriace. Il a été souvent plaqué et a toujours réussi à se relever. Mendoza peut réussir toutes les passes et est un athlète sournois et rusé. -- Luginbill
Son apport à Indiana : Curt Cignetti, l'entraîneur d'Indiana, privilégie la production au potentiel lorsqu'il s'agit de recruter des joueurs de transfert. Avec Mendoza, successeur deKurtis Rourke , il bénéficie des deux. Mendoza espère progresser dans la Big Ten et contribuer à faire des Hoosiers une nouvelle équipe compétitive dès la deuxième année sous la direction de Cignetti. -- Olson
5. Nico Iamaleava , QBTransfert depuis : Tennessee | Transfert vers : UCLA Saisons restantes : 3
Poids : 6-6 | Poids : 220 | Classe : Redshirt freshman
Contexte : Eh bien, ce fut une surprise . Malgré des rumeurs de mécontentement fin décembre lors de la date limite des inscriptions hivernales, il était tout de même choquant qu'Iamaleava ait quitté une équipe des éliminatoires de football universitaire et se soit lancé sur le marché libre au printemps à la recherche d'un meilleur contrat que celui qu'il avait avec les Vols. Tennessee a investi des sommes colossales dans Iamaleava et a même réussi à repousser une tentative d'enquête de la NCAA sur le contrat à sept chiffres qu'il avait conclu avec les Vols en tant que recrue cinq étoiles au lycée. Il avait un énorme battage médiatique à honorer en tant que titulaire freshman redshirt en 2024 et a réalisé une année solide, cumulant 2 616 yards à la passe, complétant 64 % de ses passes avec 22 touchdowns au total et neuf pertes de balle, tout en menant les Vols à 10 victoires. Iamaleava a terminé la saison sur une performance médiocre en CFP, complétant 14 de ses 31 passes pour 104 yards lors d'une défaite 42-17 au premier tour contre Ohio State, futur champion national. Il a encore une belle marge de progression. Mais il est extrêmement rare qu'un quarterback de son calibre soit disponible au printemps. Iamaleava espère poursuivre sa progression et jouer à la hauteur de son potentiel au premier tour. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Il est indéniable qu’Iamaleava est l’un des quarterbacks les plus talentueux physiquement du football universitaire. Il était très convoité à sa sortie du lycée en raison de sa stature, de la force de ses bras et de ses qualités athlétiques. Durant son unique saison en tant que titulaire, il a affiché des éclairs de génie, mais aussi des performances médiocres. Il a lancé 19 touchdowns, dont quatre sur neuf en SEC contre Vanderbilt et sept contre Chattanooga et UTEP. C’est sa régularité qui doit progresser. Il a la force de ses bras et le talent général pour être un excellent passeur vertical en profondeur, mais il a été très irrégulier en termes de précision. Il a encore des atouts, mais il jouera probablement dans une équipe moins talentueuse que celle qu’il vient de quitter. Autrement dit, il va devoir être meilleur que jamais. – Luginbill
Ce qu'il apporte à UCLA : Cette épreuve aurait pu être parfaite pour les Bruins. Ils obtiennent un quarterback potentiel parmi les 10 meilleurs, avec un contrat réduit, qui suscitera beaucoup d'intérêt pour ce programme à l'aube de la deuxième année de l'entraîneur DeShaun Foster. L'arrivée d'Iamaleava leur coûtera le quarterback Joey Aguilar , transféré d'App State, qui a réintégré le portail après avoir participé aux entraînements de printemps avec les Bruins et a atterri à Tennessee. Le défi pour Iamaleava à l'avenir sera d'apprendre le système du coordinateur offensif Tino Sunseri et de convaincre ses nouveaux coéquipiers cet été, mais il sera certainement motivé après sa séparation avec les Vols. -- Olson
Découvrez la chronologie qui a conduit Nico Iamaleava à quitter le Tennessee pour l'UCLA.
Transfert depuis : Georgia Tech | Transfert vers : Auburn Saisons restantes : 2
HT : 5-11 | WT : 190 | Classe : Deuxième année
Contexte : Singleton a immédiatement fait la différence pour l'attaque de Georgia Tech dès son arrivée, remportant le titre de Freshman All-America en 2023 et terminant deuxième du titre de recrue offensive de l'année de l'ACC. Originaire de Douglasville, en Géorgie, ce joueur trois étoiles a capté 104 passes pour un gain de 1 468 yards et inscrit 10 touchdowns offensifs au cours des deux dernières saisons. Singleton a également couru pour les Yellow Jackets, avec un record personnel de 10,32 au 100 mètres ce printemps. Il a le talent pour être sélectionné en premier tour de la draft et était l'un des joueurs les plus convoités du portail. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Singleton pourrait bien être l'un des meilleurs coureurs de route et l'un des joueurs les plus rapides à intégrer le portail des transferts. Il excelle dans les passes en profondeur, où il peut transformer les écrans et les réceptions de 5 yards en gains importants. Il possède également une vitesse de pointe en ligne droite pour se faufiler derrière la défense et intercepter la plupart des ballons lancés dans son entourage. Ce qui fait de lui un atout majeur dans le portail, ce sont ses atouts intangibles. C'est un excellent bloqueur et un joueur coriace. – Billy Tucker
Ce qu'il apporte à Auburn : Après la quatrième saison perdante consécutive du programme, l'entraîneur Hugh Freeze et les Tigers ont réuni une impressionnante classe de recrutement de transferts qui, espèrent-ils, renversera leur fortune en 2025. Il s'agit d'une victoire significative contre Texas, Ole Miss et plusieurs autres adversaires de la SEC ; Singleton devrait jouer un rôle de cible de choix pour les Tigers en remplaçant les talentueux receveurs de passes KeAndre Lambert-Smith et Rivaldo Fairweather . -- Olson
7. Isaïe World , ATTransfert depuis : Nevada | Transfert vers : Oregon Saisons restantes : 1
Poids : 6-8 | Poids : 309 | Catégorie : Redshirt junior
Contexte : Cet imposant défenseur de passe a été titulaire pendant trois ans pour le Wolf Pack, principalement au poste de tackle gauche. Il possède une expérience inestimable avec plus de 2 300 snaps en carrière. Il n'a concédé aucun sack lors de sa saison junior et a reçu une mention honorable All-Mountain West. World est considéré comme un choix potentiel de premier tour par les recruteurs de la NFL, alors qu'il entame sa dernière saison d'éligibilité. Il monte dans le Power 4 pour prouver qu'il mérite ces éloges. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : World est une présence impressionnante et possède d'excellentes qualités de passeur professionnel au poste de tackle gauche. Il a pris 19 kg depuis le lycée et a conservé sa rapidité et sa souplesse initiales. World excelle à repousser les défenseurs au-delà de la poche grâce à sa longueur et sa mobilité. Il joue de manière équilibrée, possède de bons pieds et met en avant son expérience de basketteur, à l'image des défenseurs de son équipe. Il est moins efficace contre la course. Son niveau de protection peut être élevé, mais il reste très productif pour repousser les défenseurs et ouvrir des voies de course. -- Tucker
Son apport à l'Oregon : Le poste de tackle offensif était un besoin crucial pour les Ducks. L'obtention du diplôme d' Ajani Cornelius et le passage potentiel de Josh Conerly Jr. chez les pros ont fait de l'ajout de tackles titulaires une priorité pour l'Oregon, qui a réussi à contenir Texas A&M et Nebraska dans cette bataille. Un recrutement d'un an est logique pour donner aux jeunes joueurs de haut niveau des Ducks plus de temps pour se développer. -- Olson
8. Branche de Zachariah , WRTransfert depuis : USC | Transfert vers : Géorgie Saisons restantes : 2
Poids : 5-10 | Poids : 175 | Classe : Deuxième année
Contexte : Branch a immédiatement répondu aux attentes des Trojans et s'est imposé comme l'un des meneurs de jeu polyvalents les plus dangereux du pays en 2023. Septième recrue au classement général, il est devenu le premier freshman de l'USC à être nommé dans la première équipe All-America de l'histoire du programme. Il a dominé les retours de balle (774 yards, deux touchdowns) lors de sa première saison et a transformé 89 passes en attaque en 910 yards et quatre touchdowns en deux ans à l'USC. Il a franchi le portail en compagnie de son frère aîné, le safety de l'USC, Zion Branch . -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Figurant parmi les joueurs les plus rapides de la promotion 2023, Branch est rapidement devenu l'un des joueurs les plus électrisants du football universitaire dès sa première année à l'USC. Il a couru un 40 mètres en 4,41 secondes et a réalisé des chronos sur 100 mètres autour de 10,3 secondes après avoir quitté Bishop Gorman, une équipe nationale, à Las Vegas. Cette vitesse s'est immédiatement transposée sur le terrain en tant que retourneur en 2023. Sa production en unités spéciales a baissé en deuxième année, mais cela est peut-être davantage lié à la stratégie adverse qu'à une quelconque baisse de compétence. Au jeu de passe, il est ce qu'on attend : une arme puissante sur les écrans, des balayages rapides et des passes obliques et transversales qui lui permettent de récupérer le ballon dans l'espace. Il est un joueur à contre-courant et une excellente cible pour les YAC. -- Tucker
Son apport à la Géorgie : Branch représente une amélioration majeure pour l'attaque géorgienne, qui doit remplacer ses principaux receveurs Arian Smith et Dominic Lovett . Les Bulldogs ont dominé toutes les équipes FBS avec 36 receivers abandonnés la saison dernière, selon ESPN Research, et auront besoin de Branch pour faire la différence auprès du nouveau quarterback titulaire Gunner Stockton . – Olson
9. David Bailey , OLBTransfert depuis : Stanford | Transfert vers : Texas Tech Saisons restantes : 1
HT : 6-3 | WT : 250 | Catégorie : Junior
Contexte : Bailey a rejoint le portail peu après le licenciement de l'entraîneur Troy Taylor par Stanford fin mars et est instantanément devenu l'un des meilleurs joueurs disponibles avant le portail de printemps. Ancien numéro 122, il a réalisé une première saison exceptionnelle en 2022, remportant la distinction Freshman All-America, et a mené les Cardinals au nombre de plaquages pour perte lors de chacune de ses trois saisons au sein du programme. Au cours de sa carrière, Bailey a réalisé 111 plaquages, 81 pressions, 22,5 TFL et 14,5 sacks. Il a l'opportunité d'être sélectionné en premier tour de la draft NFL s'il réalise une excellente saison senior. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Bailey est un défenseur offensif et l’un des linebackers extérieurs les plus explosifs du football universitaire. Il n’est ni le plus grand ni le plus long, mais il est super costaud, compact et possède un excellent effet de levier. Il utilise une excellente vitesse de pointe, ce qui lui permet de surprendre et de se débarrasser de plaquages plus importants lors de sa poursuite du quarterback. Il peut également se courber et percer le cornerback grâce à des mouvements fluides et nets. Bailey affiche une excellente vitesse de fermeture pour attraper les courses périmétriques et une montée rapide du terrain pour perturber les jeux avant qu’ils ne se développent. Bailey peut tenir le coup en couverture, mais ce n’est pas son point fort. Son meilleur atout est peut-être un moteur intense : Bailey joue à plein régime. -- Tucker
Son apport à Texas Tech : Les Red Raiders ont été parmi les plus gros dépensiers de la période de portail de décembre et n'ont pas lésiné sur les moyens pour améliorer leur poste de edge rusher avec Bailey et Romello Height, transféré de Georgia Tech. Ils considéraient Bailey comme l'un des meilleurs joueurs défensifs du pays, ont battu Texas et UCLA pour son engagement et l'ont immédiatement recruté pour l'entraînement de printemps. Texas Tech a réuni l'une des lignes défensives les plus talentueuses du pays, avec un talent de calibre NFL et une solide profondeur. Tous ces mouvements font des Red Raiders les favoris incontestés de la Big 12 pour 2025. -- Olson
10. Nic Anderson , receveurTransfert depuis : Oklahoma | Transfert vers : LSU Saisons restantes : 3
HT : 6-4 | WT : 216 | Classe : Redshirt sophomore
Contexte : Anderson a établi le record de touchdowns à la réception pour une recrue des Sooners en 2023 et était pressenti pour être l'un des meilleurs receveurs d'Oklahoma en 2024. Au lieu de cela, il a passé la quasi-totalité de sa troisième saison universitaire sur la touche pour cause de blessure, ne disputant qu'un seul match pour un total de cinq snaps lors d'une défaite contre le Tennessee en septembre. Après seulement trois matchs en 2022, Anderson a été la révélation de la saison 2023 des Sooners, captant 38 passes pour 798 yards et 10 touchdowns en 13 matchs lors de sa première saison universitaire complète. Mais, gêné par une blessure lors du camp d'entraînement d'automne, la saison 2024 d'Anderson n'a jamais décollé, rejoignant la longue liste des receveurs talentueux d'Oklahoma qui ont manqué un temps considérable lors du bilan de 6 victoires et 7 défaites de l'équipe la saison dernière. -- Eli Lederman
Avis du recruteur : Des blessures ont perturbé sa deuxième saison, mais en pleine forme, Anderson possède d'excellentes qualités physiques, notamment une combinaison exceptionnelle de taille (1,93 m, 91 kg) et de vitesse (4,6 kg, 40 kg). Bien que grand et explosif, Anderson reste fluide, avec un bon contrôle corporel et une bonne capacité d'adaptation pour réussir les prises difficiles. Cible verticale imposante, il grimpe les échelons de manière trompeuse et se place derrière la couverture. Après la réception, il allie force et juste ce qu'il faut d'insaisissabilité pour briser les plaquages. -- Tucker
Son apport à LSU : Le duo des Tigers, composé d'Anderson et de Barion Brown , deux des meilleurs joueurs du portail, pour 2025 promet d'être extrêmement intéressant à regarder. Le quarterback de LSU, Garrett Nussmeier, doit être ravi de l'investissement que l'entraîneur Brian Kelly et son équipe font au poste de receveur avec ce duo et Destyn Hill , ancien joueur transféré de Florida State et recrue du top 100, qui revient au pays. -- Olson
11. Makhi Hughes , RBTransfert depuis : Tulane | Transfert vers : Oregon Saisons restantes : 2
HT : 5-11 | WT : 210 | Classe : Étudiant de deuxième année en chemise rouge
Contexte : Hughes a été nommé au sein de la première équipe All-AAC deux saisons de suite et a été élu recrue de l’année de la conférence en 2023. Il a cumulé 2 779 yards à la course (cinquième en FBS) et inscrit 24 touchés au total depuis ses débuts. Hughes a été un arrière dynamique et fiable pour les Green Wave, avec plus de 100 yards de mêlée en 14 matchs et le troisième meilleur total de yards à la course après contact (1 880) en FBS au cours des deux dernières saisons. Il a réalisé une saison à 1 400 yards pour les Green Wave en 2024 et a collaboré avec Mensah pour aider le programme à revenir en finale de l’AAC. Hughes sera l’un des meilleurs running backs de retour du pays en 2025 et une recrue de grande valeur pour les Ducks. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Hughes est un arrière fort et décisif, capable de porter la charge. Il excelle dans les courses de gap, où il se place et descend rapidement. Hughes génère une puissance explosive en quelques pas seulement et court avec force dès le premier contact. Il possède un excellent équilibre au contact et aime abaisser les jambières pour délivrer des appuis puissants. Il est agile et assez rapide pour se faufiler dans les espaces, mais il n'est pas particulièrement insaisissable dans l'espace. Hughes a suffisamment de vitesse pour réaliser de longues courses, mais il n'est pas un joueur décisif et n'a pas dépassé les 11,0 au 100 mètres après ses études secondaires, où il était sprinteur sur piste. Malgré tout, c'est un arrière polyvalent qui gagne en puissance au fil du match. Doté d'excellentes aptitudes au blocage et à la réception, il est un joueur complet. -- Tucker
Son apport à l'Oregon : Les Ducks avaient besoin d'un successeur à Jordan James , l'arrière de la NFL, et n'auraient pas pu trouver mieux. Ce rôle devrait être assez important pour Hughes, étant donné que James est classé cinquième de la Big Ten en termes de portées par match (16,6) et que les Ducks ont un nouveau quarterback titulaire pour 2025. Il pourra également jouer avec son frère, le cornerback cinq étoiles Na'eem Offord , à Eugene. -- Olson
12. Dane Key , receveurTransfert depuis : Kentucky | Transfert vers : Nebraska Saisons restantes : 1
HT : 6-3 | WT : 210 | Catégorie : Junior
Contexte : Key est l'un des receveurs les plus accomplis du portail. Titulaire depuis trois ans, il totalise 126 réceptions pour 1 870 yards et 14 touchdowns au cours de sa carrière. Ancien joueur recruté par ESPN 300 et natif de Lexington, Kentucky, il a immédiatement fait la différence en tant que freshman en SEC et quitte la ligue en tant que cinquième meilleur receveur de l'histoire de l'université. Key a réalisé un record personnel de 715 yards à la réception en 2024, malgré un jeu de quarterback irrégulier, avec notamment une performance de 105 yards lors de la victoire surprise de Kentucky contre Ole Miss. Il aura l'occasion de renforcer sa position de draft au Nebraska. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Key a une forte carrure et de bonnes mains. C'est un coureur de route expérimenté qui maîtrise la couverture et sait créer l'écart, même s'il n'est pas le joueur le plus rapide sur le terrain. Son meilleur atout est sa capacité à attraper le ballon dans le trafic et à le récupérer loin de son corps. Il gagne grâce à sa maîtrise du corps et à son sens du poste plus qu'à sa vitesse explosive. Key est un bon receveur n° 1 ou n° 2 prêt à l'emploi dès le premier jour. -- Tucker
Ce qu'il apporte au Nebraska : Key est le receveur numéro 1 que le Nebraska recherchait. L'entraîneur Matt Rhule et son équipe d'entraîneurs devaient remplacer deux titulaires seniors sortants et ont remporté une victoire de taille en recrutant Key à Lincoln pour retrouver l'entraîneur des receveurs Daikiel Shorts, recruté par les Huskers en provenance du Kentucky. Key sera une cible privilégiée pour Dylan Raiola en 2025. -- Olson
13. Barion Brown , WRTransfert depuis : Kentucky | Transfert vers : LSU Saisons restantes : 1
Poids : 6-1 | Poids : 182 | Catégorie : Junior
Contexte : Brown s'est forgé une réputation d'un des meneurs de jeu les plus dynamiques de la SEC lors de ses trois saisons à Kentucky. Ancien joueur de Nashville, recruté par ESPN 300, il a capté 122 passes pour 1 528 yards et inscrit 13 touchdowns. Il est un talent digne d'un All-America au retour. Il totalise 1 550 yards sur retour au cours de sa carrière et mène tous les joueurs FBS en activité avec cinq retours de kickoff pour touchdown. Cette polyvalence avérée fera de lui un atout majeur pour un prétendant au titre la saison prochaine. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Brown possède un ensemble complet de gabarit, de vitesse et de maîtrise du ballon. Coureur de 10,49 secondes au 100 mètres à sa sortie du lycée, il a su exploiter cette vitesse de manière polyvalente tout au long de sa carrière à Kentucky. Son accélération lui permet de prendre le dessus sur la défense adverse, de réaliser des actions décisives en mêlée ou de relancer. Brown a été fréquemment déplacé pour créer des déséquilibres, et il a excellé dans les duels, remportant régulièrement les duels d'entre-deux. -- Tucker
Ce qu'il apporte à LSU : de la vitesse, de la vitesse et encore de la vitesse. Nussmeier a perdu trois de ses meilleurs receveurs de la saison dernière : Kyren Lacy , Mason Taylor et CJ Daniels . Brown devrait être une cible de choix pour les Tigers la saison prochaine et continuera de jouer un rôle déterminant dans le jeu des retours. – Olson
14. Damon Wilson II , OLBTransfert depuis : Géorgie | Transfert vers : Missouri Saisons restantes : 2
Poids : 6-4 | Poids : 250 | Classe : Deuxième année
Contexte : Wilson était l'un des meilleurs pass rushers et la 35e recrue du classement ESPN 300 pour 2023. Il a remporté une victoire décisive lors de la signature des Bulldogs face à Ohio State et Alabama, et a fait ses preuves dès sa deuxième année, jouant 390 snaps et étant titularisé à deux reprises. Wilson a affiché un potentiel prometteur avec 22 plaquages, 17 pressings, 5,5 TFL, 3 sacks et 2 fumbles provoqués. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Wilson est grand, longiligne et élancé, avec des accélérations explosives et des performances prototypiques. C'est un meneur de jeu sur le bord du terrain et une présence perturbatrice sur la ligne de mêlée grâce à son rapport taille-vitesse et à son excellent effort de poursuite. Il utilise son envergure de près de 2 030 cm pour se dégager des bloqueurs sur sa trajectoire vers le porteur du ballon et affiche une bonne capacité de redirection lorsqu'il est dans l'espace. En tant que passeur, Wilson excelle par sa rapidité et sa fluidité pour battre les tackles offensifs dans le coin ou sur les déplacements intérieurs. Bien qu'il ait joué un rôle plus important à Athènes l'an dernier, il était prêt à réaliser une saison exceptionnelle. -- Tucker
Son apport au Missouri : C'est une recrue prometteuse pour la défense des Tigers, un jeune joueur prometteur qui les aidera à remplacer le titulaire Johnny Walker Jr. , parti, et à compenser la perte subie au profit du portail. Après avoir affiché une moyenne de 30 snaps par match en SEC la saison dernière, Wilson devrait être prêt à jouer un rôle important en 2025. -- Olson
15. Dillon Thieneman , STransfert depuis : Purdue | Transfert vers : Oregon Saisons restantes : 2
Poids : 6-0 | Poids : 207 | Classe : Deuxième année
Contexte : L'un des meilleurs jeunes safetys du football universitaire est arrivé sur le marché suite au changement d'entraîneur de Purdue. Thieneman, une recrue trois étoiles originaire de Westfield, dans l'Indiana, est devenu titulaire dès le premier jour des Boilermakers en 2023 et a réalisé une première saison phénoménale, remportant le titre de Freshman de l'année de la Big Ten et de la FWAA après avoir réalisé 106 plaquages et six interceptions. Il a de nouveau été le meilleur plaqueur de Purdue la saison dernière avec 104 arrêts et sept passes déviées, tout en gérant les retours de punts. -- Olson
Avis du recruteur : Voir le ballon, frapper la balle ; difficile de ne pas aimer le style de jeu à l'ancienne de Thieneman. Excellent plaqueur, il est constamment autour du ballon, réalisant des jeux contre la course, la passe et les unités spéciales. Sa taille et sa vitesse ne vous impressionneront pas sur le papier, mais il joue plus imposant et possède une excellente vitesse de poursuite avec des angles serrés et peu de mouvements inutiles. Il excelle en couverture de zone, comprend les concepts et a un excellent timing en contre-attaque. -- Tucker
Son apport à l'Oregon : Les Ducks avaient un besoin criant de safety à l'approche de cette période charnière, avec le départ des titulaires seniors Tysheem Johnson et Kobe Savage après la saison. Tous deux ont rejoint le programme en tant que transferts et ont prouvé qu'ils pouvaient jouer à un haut niveau pour les Ducks. Thieneman ne devrait avoir aucun mal à s'intégrer grâce à son expérience de la Big Ten et à son caractère percutant. Il est prêt à jouer pour la victoire et devrait continuer à faire sensation pour la défense secondaire des Ducks. -- Olson
16. Max Klare , TETransfert depuis : Purdue | Transfert vers : Ohio State Saisons restantes : 2
HT : 6-4 | WT : 240 | Classe : Redshirt sophomore
Contexte : Klare figure parmi les tight ends les plus productifs du marché. Après avoir disputé six matchs lors de ses deux premières saisons universitaires, Klare a explosé en 2024, devançant les Boilermakers aux réceptions (51), aux yards à la réception (685) et aux touchdowns (4). Seuls sept tight ends au niveau national ont cumulé plus de yards à la réception que Klare, et il a maintenu la dynamique de Purdue avec 33 premiers essais, se classant neuvième parmi les joueurs à son poste. Cible de fond de court habile et bloqueur physique, Klare devrait s'intégrer parfaitement à l'attaque des Buckeyes. -- Lederman
Avis du recruteur : Klare est une cible solide, doté d'un bon jeu de balle et d'un bon rayon de réception. Il possède également une bonne vitesse et peut défier les défenses verticalement. Son atout principal réside dans ses qualités de réceptionneur, mais il est également un bloqueur efficace et offre des capacités de jeu complètes grâce à ses atouts physiques et à sa production avérée. Sa production pourrait même augmenter avec les Buckeyes, avec un éventail de receveurs plus performant pour le compléter. -- Tucker
Ce qu'il apporte à Ohio State : La concurrence était rude et les offres alléchantes pour Klare, mais les Buckeyes ont finalement eu gain de cause et ont recruté le tight end numéro 1 au portail, une amélioration significative à ce poste. Gee Scott Jr. est sur le point d'obtenir son diplôme et Will Kacmarek peut revenir pour une saison supplémentaire, mais Klare peut faire la différence au niveau des passes et devrait jouer un rôle important dans l'attaque d'Ohio State à l'avenir. – Olson
17. Jaydn Ott , RBTransfert depuis : Cal | Transfert vers : Oklahoma Saisons restantes : 1
Poids : 6-0 | Poids : 205 | Catégorie : Junior
Contexte : Cal a lutté avec acharnement pour conserver Ott en 2025, mais l'un des meilleurs backs de retour du football universitaire a fini par se retrouver sur le marché libre. Ott a connu des débuts spectaculaires, remportant la distinction Freshman All-America en tant que titulaire de première année en 2022 après avoir cumulé 1 218 yards et 11 touchdowns lors de sa première saison. Il a fait encore mieux en deuxième année, menant la Pac-12 avec 1 315 yards à la course et 12 touchdowns, ce qui lui a valu une place dans la première équipe All-Conference. L'année dernière, cependant, une blessure à la cheville subie lors du premier match de la saison a empêché Ott d'exploiter pleinement son potentiel. Il a tout de même réussi à disputer 10 matchs, mais a terminé la saison avec 385 yards à la course, soit 3,3 yards par course et cinq touchdowns au total. -- Olson
Scout's Take: Ott pourrait être au sommet des conseils de repêchage de la NFL s'il n'y avait pas de baisse de production la saison dernière. et glissez l'espace avec l'agilité et la souci de l'éloge.
Ce qu'il apporte à l'Oklahoma: les Sooners ont obtenu une production solide de Jovantae Barnes et un jeu encourageant de Xavier Robinson la saison dernière, mais ils n'ont pas pu laisser passer l'occasion d'ajouter un véritable n ° 1.
18. Howard Sampson , OTTransfert de: Caroline du Nord | Transfert à: Texas Tech Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 6-8 |
Contexte: Le nouvel entraîneur Bill Belichick a réussi à obtenir plusieurs partants de l'UNC pour se retirer du portail et le programme, mais le nouveau régime n'a pas été en mesure de s'accrocher à Sampson .
La prise de Scout: Sampson est une montagne dans le coin avec un cadre énorme et plus que les pieds de la longue portée et de la fin de la longueur, il est difficile pour les défenseurs . Besoin d'un peu de raffinement mais a la taille et les pieds du premier tour pour se développer.
Ce qu'il apporte à Texas Tech: The Humble, Texas, natif rentre à la maison pour rejoindre une équipe Texas Tech qui se charge absolument pour poursuivre un championnat Big 12 en 2025.
19. Lee Hunter , DTTransfert de: UCF | Transfert vers: Texas Tech Saisons restantes: 1
HT: 6-4 |
Contexte: Le joueur de ligne défensive massive était le joueur n ° 60 de l'ESPN 300 2021 et RedShirt pendant sa saison solitaire à Auburn avant de transférer pour retrouver Gus Malzahn à Orlando . Taux de pression (8,6%) parmi tous les tacles défensifs Big 12, selon ESPN Research.
La prise de Scout: Hunter peut contrôler le milieu de la défense. a le pouvoir explosif de gagner des blocs en tête-à-tête et de s'effondrer la poche .
Ce qu'il apporte à Texas Tech: Hunter a été prévu pour une visite officielle au Texas après son voyage à Lubbock .
20. Jehiem Oatis , DTTransfert de: Alabama | Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 6-5 |
Contexte: Oatis a été la recrue n ° 38 dans le 2022 ESPN 300 et a commencé 13 matchs au cours de ses deux premières saisons avec le Crimson Tide. IRT et assis le reste de la saison pour entrer dans le portail.
La prise de Scout: Oatis a combattu des blessures pendant son temps à l'Alabama, mais il a montré qu'il pourrait être une force dominante à l' intérieur .
Ce qu'il apporte au Colorado: Oatis a été une victoire massive pour l'ère Deion Sanders au Colorado et une autre déclaration que les buffs ne cherchent pas à prendre un pas en 2025.
21. Tacario Davis , CBTransfert de: Arizona | Saisons restantes: 1
HT: 6-4 |
Contexte: Davis a testé le portail de transfert il y a un an lors du changement d'entraînement de l'Arizona après une forte saison de deuxième année au cours de laquelle il a rompu 15 passes, deuxième dans le Pac- 12 . avec une saison collégiale de plus.
La prise de Scout: Davis a la combinaison de taille et de vitesse à déclarer la production, ce qui vous donne une idée de sa valeur dans le portail. .
Ce qu'il apporte à Washington: une réunion avec l'ancien entraîneur de l'Arizona, Jedd Fisch, et son personnel à Seattle est un gagnant - gagnant pour les deux parties.
22. Mansoor Delane , CBTransfert de: Virginia Tech | Saisons restantes: 1
HT: 6-1 |
Contexte: Delane a commencé 29 matchs au cours de ses trois années avec les Hokies et a gagné les honneurs de la troisième équipe en tant que junior après avoir enregistré 54 plaqués, 7 ruptures de passe, 2 échappés forcés et des interceptions de 4% en carrière sur l' année.
La prise de Scout: Delane aurait été un choix de repêchage de la NFL s'il avait décidé de déclarer mais visera à améliorer son stock. Il joue plus vite que ses 40 ne le feraient et possède les compétences de soutien à la course pour offrir une valeur versée par le schéma en matière de sécurité, d'angle ou de nickel.
Ce qu'il apporte à LSU: " DBU " ajoute l' un des meilleurs coins disponibles .
23. Patrick Payton , DETransfert de: Florida State | Saisons restantes: 1
HT: 6-5 |
Contexte: Payton est rapidement devenu un rusher productif pour les Séminoles , remportant les honneurs de la recrue défensive de l'année en 2022 avec cinq sacs en tant que recrue de Redshirt. « La saison 2-10.
La prise de Scout: Payton n'a pas produit en 2024 lorsque les projecteurs étaient sur lui. .
Ce qu'il apporte à LSU: les Tigers ont chargé des talents de portail premium dans ce cycle .
24. Williams Nwaneri , DETransfert de: Missouri | Saisons restantes: 4
HT: 6-7 |
Contexte: Le Missouri a vaincu l'Oklahoma dans une bataille très contestée pour la recrue cinq étoiles et le joueur n ° 21 dans le 2024 ESPN 300. Nwaneri a été une victoire massive de recrutement pour Eli Drinkwitz et les Tigers en tant que joueur avec un coup de pouce sérieux, mais il n'a pas vu le champ pendant sa saison de première année. Entrez le portail .
La prise de Scout: Nwaneri a une tonne de hausse et de talent avec quatre ans pour le développer. Ender, en particulier s'il se déplace à l'intérieur, mais il a de fortes mesurables et des compétences de mouvement .
What he brings to Nebraska: The Huskers were a big spender in the portal market as they worked to surround quarterback Dylan Raiola with more blue-chip talent and improve on a 7-6 season. Nwaneri's relationship with Nebraska senior analyst Jamar Mozee, his former high school coach, was a key factor here. The Huskers have a lot to replace along their senior-led defense and could count on Nwaneri to play a significant role in 2025. -- Olson
25. Kevin Concepcion , WRTransfert de: NC State | Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 5-11 |
Contexte: Concepcion a gagné la recrue de l'ACC de l'année et les honneurs de la première année en Amérique en 2023 après avoir attrapé un record de 71 passes d'équipe - le plus par une première année dans l'histoire de l'école - et en mettant 839 verges de réception et 320 verges au sol avec 10 tours.
Scout's take: Concepcion's production dipped as a sophomore with fewer targets and inconsistent QB play. He's still a great route runner and an elusive threat with the ball in his hands. He's quick to snatch passes and transition up the seam for big chunk plays. He's difficult to mirror in off-coverage. Concepcion has the versatile skill set to create mismatches and all-purpose yards from different alignments. -- Tucker
Ce qu'il apporte à Texas A&M: les Aggies ont ramassé deux des meilleurs jeunes larges du portail de ce cycle, ce qui devrait sérieusement soulever des attentes pour leur attaque de passage de Marcel Reed .
26. Duce Robinson , WRTransfert de: USC | Transfert à: Florida State Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 6-6 |
Contexte: Robinson a été l'un des prospects les plus doués sur le plan sportif de la classe de 2023, une vedette à deux sports en tant que fin / récepteur et extincteur qui se sont classés 40e dans l'ESPN 300. Pour un rôle plus important à l'avenir .
La prise de Scout: Robinson est une cible gigantesque avec une hauteur de 6 pieds 6 ans, une envergure de 82 pouces et des mains de 10 pouces . aurait pu être serré en sortant du lycée.
Ce qu'il apporte à l'État de Floride: Dominic Robinson a joué le récepteur de Florida State de 2001 à 2004, et maintenant sonfils suit ses traces pour terminer sa carrière universitaire.
27. Emmanuel Pregnon , OGTransfert de: USC | Saisons restantes: 1
HT: 6-5 |
Contexte: La décision de la grossesse de réintégrer le portail après deux saisons à l'USC a été surprenante. être l'un des monteurs de lignes les mieux payés de ce cycle.
Scout’s Take: Pregnon est un joueur de ligne offensif physiquement impressionnant qui combine une grande force, une grande partie de l’effet de course. type de garde.
Ce qu'il apporte à l'Oregon: les Ducks recherchaient une aide à la ligne offensive intérieure et ont remporté une grande bataille pour le gardien n ° 1 du portail .
28. Will Heldt , deTransfert de: Purdue | Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 6-6 |
Contexte: Purdue a produit l'un des rushes du Top Edge dans le Portal Last-saison à Nic Scourton , et maintenant il est tenu de la fin.
La prise de Scout: Heldt est une entrée de portail intrigante avec sa capacité à faire pression sur le quart - arrière.
Ce qu'il apporte à Clemson: l'entraîneur Dabo Swinney a fait de Holdt le tout premier joueur défensif qu'il a signalé du portail, car il avait un besoin inévitable à la défensive en face de la passe TJ Parker .
29. Xavier Chaplin , OTTransfert de: Virginia Tech | Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 6-7 |
Contexte: Chaplin est entré dans la gamme de départ en tant que recrue en chemise rouge pour les Hokies et est devenu un starter de deux ans à gauche et l'un des joueurs de ligne les plus convoités de ce cycle de portail.
La prise de Scout: Chaplin possède une excellente combinaison de taille et d'athlétisme pour un tacle offensif Power 4. er
Ce qu'il apporte à Auburn: les Tigers ont réussi à améliorer la compétition à leurs terrains de tacle avec Chaplin et USC Transfer Mason Murphy , ce qui devrait donner à leur salle QB reconstruite beaucoup de confiance sur la protection qu'ils recevront cette saison .
30. Miller Moss , QBTransfert de: USC | Transfert à: Louisville Saisons restantes: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 205 |
Contexte: Moss a payé ses cotisations au cours de ses trois premières années avec les chevaux de Troie, dont deux saisons derrière 2024, le choix de repêchage n ° 1 Caleb Williams , avant de gagner sa possibilité de commencer en 2024. Par des marges à un score, ce qui a incité l'entraîneur Lincoln Riley à banc de Moss et à voir ce qu'il avait dans UNLV transférer Jayden Maiava au cours des trois derniers matchs de l'équipe .
La prise de Scout: Moss est mûr, a assaisonné, a joué un bon football et a montré des éclairs d'être extrêmement productifs.
Ce qu'il apporte à Louisville: Moss a identifié une opportunité idéale à Louisville. Récepteur éprouvé à Chris Bell et un personnel qui a ajouté beaucoup plus autour de lui via le portail .
31. Jackson Arnold , QBTransfert de: Oklahoma | Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 6-1 | WT: 210 |
Contexte: Après avoir sauvegardé Dillon Gabriel en première année, l'ancienne recrue cinq étoiles devrait avoir une année en petits groupes en 2024. Arnold a enduré une saison frustrante alors que le démarreur des Sooners a été mis en banc lors de ses débuts à la SEC contre le Tennessee et a assisté à deux matchs avant de reprendre le travail contre la Caroline du Sud. Et un QBR de 47,8 dans une infraction de l'Oklahoma qui a lutté le long de la ligne offensive (46 sacs autorisés), ont perdu ses cinq meilleurs récepteurs à cause des blessures et ont tiré son OC à la mi - saison.
La prise de Scout: Arnold a besoin d'un nouveau départ .
Ce qu'il amène à Auburn: Auburn a finalement pris un QB supérieur du portail .
32. Hauteur Romello , OLBTransfert de: Georgia Tech | Saisons restantes: 1
HT: 6-3 |
Background: Height has made stops at Auburn, USC and Georgia Tech and entered the portal one more time this offseason. The fifth-year senior has one extra year of eligibility due to season-ending shoulder injury at USC in 2022. Since coming back from that setback, Height has been a productive edge rusher with four sacks for the Trojans in 2023 and a career-high 30 pressures for Georgia Tech in 2024, according to ESPN Research. -- Olson
La prise de Scout: la hauteur est certainement un compagnon qui pourrait ajouter de la valeur en tant que troisième avance, mais nous ne voyons pas l'impact, la production défensive de chaque étape à ce stade .
Ce qu'il apporte à Texas Tech: les Red Raiders ont apporté le défenseur n ° 1 sur leur conseil d'administration et quelqu'un en qui ils ont confiance peuvent être un rusher d'impact dans la défense de Wood.
33. Beau Atkinson , DETransfert de: Caroline du Nord | Transfert à: Ohio State Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 6-6 |
Contexte: Atkinson a fait preuve d'un potentiel intrigant lors de sa saison de première année avec les talons Tar et a fait un grand pas en avant en 2024 avec un record d'équipe, 12 plaqués pour la perte et 7,5 sacs.
La prise de Scout: il s'agit d'une grande perte pour la Caroline du Nord, car Atkinson s'est constitué en tant que futur fabricant de différence dans cette équipe en 2024 et a attiré beaucoup d'attention en tant que recul, ce qui l'a fait ultra-attrayant dans le portail de transfert. Luginbill
Ce qu'il apporte à l'Ohio State: les champions nationaux en titre ont perdu Jack Sawyer , JT Tuimoloau , Tyleik Williams et Ty Hamilton à la NFL et sont entrés dans la période de printemps à la recherche de D-Line de qualité pour compléter leur talent de retour . à Columbus - et devrait être un ajout d'impact à la défensive.
34. Elo Modozie , LBTransfert de: Armée | Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 6-3 |
Contexte: Modozie a été une révélation pour une défense de l'armée qui a terminé à égalité au niveau national en 2024 .
La prise de Scout: c'est sans doute le défenseur de bord le plus élevé de cette classe de portail. Les plaqués.
Ce qu'il apporte à la Géorgie: les Bulldogs se sont rapidement déroulés pour verrouiller l'un des défenseurs de bord les plus intrigants du portail printanier .
35. Ethan Onianwa , OTTransfert de: Rice | Transfert vers: Ohio State Saisons restantes: 1
HT: 6-6 |
Contexte: Onianwa est l'un des plaqués offensifs les plus expérimentés du portail.
La prise de Scout: Onianwa a un cadre massif, une grande longueur, un volume et une expérience de jeu de tabac .
Ce qu'il apporte à l'Ohio State: les Buckeyes ont fait un bon travail pour répondre à leur besoin à Tackle avec Onianwa et le Minnesota Transfert Phillip Daniels .
36. Ahmad Hardy , RBTransfert de: Ul Monroe | Saisons restantes: 3
HT: 5-10 |
Contexte: Hardy a mis en place une saison incroyable avec les Warhawks, se précipitant pour 1 351 verges sur 5,7 verges par course et 13 touchés pour gagner Sun Belt , il a été obtenu des tacles manqués sur l'année. Il y a un an, il était une recrue sans étoile deMonticello , Mississippi.
La prise de Scout: Hardy est un package compact et explosif en position de ballon .
Ce qu'il apporte au Missouri: Hardy répond à un besoin majeur de l'offensive de l'entraîneur Eli Drinkwitz avec les meilleurs rushers Nate Noel et Marcus Carroll diplômés et prometteur Kewan Lacy transférant à Ole Miss. Il est l'un des jeunes dos les plus excitants du sport et a prouvé à ULM qu'il peut gérer une lourde charge de travail.
37. Justice Haynes , RBTransfert de: Alabama | Saisons restantes: 2
HT: 5-11 |
Background: Haynes was the No. 2 ranked running back in his class and the No. 24 overall player in the ESPN 300 for 2023. He earned 25 carries as a freshman and looked ready for a more significant role in 2024 with Alabama's top two backs graduating. Though he started the first six games of his sophomore season, it was Jam Miller who emerged as Alabama's featured back with Haynes rushing for 448 yards and seven TDs on a mere 6.6 rushing attempts per game. -- Olson
Scout's take: Haynes has been productive at Bama, but not in a featured role. He has all the traits of an every-down back: a strong, balanced runner with productive yards after contact. He runs with a lower center of gravity and will absorb the first hit and run through arm tackles. Haynes has good vision and quick-cutting burst to daylight, but he's not super elusive or a home run threat in the open field. He has good hands out of the backfield with compact power and leverage to also block on passing downs. He was a successful lead back in high school and certainly can produce in a similar role if he finds the right opportunity. -- Tucker
What he brings to Michigan: Haynes should get lots more opportunities to be a lead back with the Wolverines and will form a terrific duo with talented freshman Jordan Marshall , who rushed for 100 yards in Michigan's bowl win over Alabama. -- Olson
38. David Gusta , DTTransferring from: Washington State | Transferring to: Kentucky Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-3 | WT: 302 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Gusta wasn't initially looking to enter the transfer portal but ultimately chose to explore his options after coach Jake Dickert left for Wake Forest. The two-year starter was arguably the Cougars' top defensive player in 2024 and recorded 21 tackles, 18 pressures, three TFLs and three pass breakups while taking on double-teams for the Cougars' front. -- Olson
Scout's take: Gusta is a strong interior defender who is more impactful than his stat lines indicate. He displays an explosive first step and good redirect for a 300-pounder. He'll hold point and can be tough to move while also having really good quickness off the ball to disrupt and force double-teams. Gusta does a great job keeping his linebackers free against the run and creates enough interior pressure to force quarterbacks to get the ball out fast. He's very experienced and a technician when it comes to running gap integrity and maintaining his pass-rush lanes. -- Tucker
What he brings to Kentucky: This is a big win for the Wildcats over serious competition from Tennessee and Texas A&M, and Gusta helps address a significant need with Deone Walker moving on to the NFL and Keeshawn Silver transferring to USC. Gusta got a middle-round draft grade after last season and is eager to improve it by competing in the SEC. -- Olson
39. David Blay , DTTransferring from: Louisiana Tech | Transferring to: Miami Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-4 | WT: 303 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Blay became one of the most popular interior defensive linemen in the portal with more than 20 Power 4 offers. He began his career at the Division II level at West Chester University, where he produced 13 tackles for loss as a redshirt freshman. Louisiana Tech discovered him in the portal after the 2022 season and developed him into a first-team All-CUSA performer and a disruptive force at defensive tackle with 46 stops, 10.5 TFLs and 6.5 sacks. -- Olson
Scout's take: Blay is an active inside presence with a good burst and push off the ball. He fires off low and with good power and explosion to disrupt and make plays in the backfield. He's difficult to single block as a pass rusher. Blay quickly collapses the pocket and combines good burst and power for pressure. He'll also redirect and retrace with deceptive quickness. He plays with a high motor and effective range outside the tackles for a bigger interior lineman. -- Tucker
What he brings to Miami: Blay picked the Hurricanes over USC, Penn State and a lot of strong offers and gives them a plug-and-play starter who'll help replace the production of departing seniors Simeon Barrow Jr . and Akheem Mesidor . Miami has gone heavy on transfers at that position while it develops its young blue-chip talent, and Blay should be a quality addition to their group. -- Olson
40. Fa'alili Fa'amoe , OTTransferring from: Washington State | Transferring to: Wake Forest Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-5 | WT: 314 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Fa'amoe was projected to be a potential Day 2 draft pick entering the 2024 season but ended up in the transfer portal after Washington State's coaching change. Fa'amoe joined the program as a 215-pound defensive end, redshirted in his first two seasons and developed into a force for the Cougars as a 26-game starter at right tackle. He was limited by a knee injury early on in 2024 but came back to start seven games. -- Olson
Scout's take: Fa'amoe fell under the national radar, having played in American Samoa as an undersized defensive lineman. He has bulked up to 314 pounds and retained his athletic feet in the transition to right tackle. Fa'amoe has a good first step to kick and mirror faster edge rushers. He continues to improve his base and technique as a pass protector and remains solid sealing the edge as a run blocker. He's still not dominant moving blockers off the ball with great leverage and power, and Mateer certainly covered some pass-rush breakdowns with his elusiveness in the pocket. -- Tucker
What he brings to Wake Forest: Fa'amoe had a ton of options, including Michigan, Nebraska and LSU, but preferred to put his trust in his coaches by following them to Wake Forest. He'll reunite with Jake Dickert and offensive line coach Jared Kaster and look to boost his NFL draft status with a strong season in the ACC. -- Olson
41. Patrick Kutas , OGTransferring from: Arkansas | Transferring to: Ole Miss Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-5 | WT: 313 | Class: Junior
Background: Kutas, a three-star signee from Memphis, moved into the starting lineup as a sophomore and earned nine starts for the Razorbacks, primarily at right tackle. He was sidelined for most of his junior season after suffering a back injury in preseason practice but came back to make four starts at left guard and performed well, allowing zero sacks on his 233 snaps. Kutas was able to utilize his redshirt for the four-game season and became one of the more highly recruited interior linemen in the portal. -- Olson
Scout's take: Kutas hasn't lived up to expectations with injuries and inconsistent play but has multiple starts at OT and OG which adds tremendous value, as does his SEC experience. He plays with an edge and shows good functional strength and balance to move defenders off the ball as a run blocker. He can sit and anchor, possessing just enough bend to be an effective pass blocker. -- Tucker
What he brings to Ole Miss: Kutas' positional versatility will make him an asset for the Rebels next season. They're set to return tackles Jayden Williams and Diego Pounds but will need to reload at the interior spots with seniors Nate Kalepo , Reece McIntyre , Julius Buelow andGerquan Scott all graduating. Ole Miss was able to get one of the best available options and several more signees off Arkansas' roster. -- Olson
42. Malachi Fields , WRTransferring from: Virginia | Transferring to: Notre Dame Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-4 | WT: 220 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Fields is an exceptional athlete with excellent size and production. He put up 1,619 receiving yards over the past two seasons -- third-most in the ACC -- and 10 TDs on 113 receptions over the past two seasons and picked up third-team all-conference recognition in 2024 after another 800-yard season. -- Olson
Scout's take: Fields has an NFL blend of size, athleticism and ball skills. He also has very good production. The former high school quarterback has great awareness skills on the football field. He's a polished, savvy route runner who knows how to attack leverage and work for positioning. His pure separation burst is good but not great. He wins one-on-one matchups more with his physical strength and positioning than his speed. Fields makes the difficult grabs look easy and dominates the 50-50 ball. -- Tucker
What he brings to Notre Dame: The Fighting Irish did not produce a 500-yard receiver through their first 15 games in 2024.Riley Leonard did a nice job of spreading the targets around, but Fields should have an opportunity to be a true No. 1 receiver for Notre Dame's next starting QB. He'll be eager to join a playoff-caliber roster and help elevate their passing attack. -- Olson
43. Chase Sowell , WRTransferring from: East Carolina | Transferring to: Iowa State Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-4 | WT: 195 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Sowell has made an impressive comeback during his two seasons at ECU. The former three-star recruit began his career at Colorado in 2022 and struggled with injuries during his first season in the program. He was cut by the Buffaloes after going through spring practice with coach Deion Sanders and the new regime in Boulder. Sowell picked a place where he had a shot to play right away and became the Pirates' No. 1 receiver, catching 81 passes for 1,300 yards and four touchdowns over two seasons. -- Olson
Scout's take: Sowell is a tall, easy moving receiver with really good production over the past two years. He has terrific hands and body control for a 6-4 target and will go up and pluck the ball away from his frame creating matchup problems in the red area. He lacks elite burst off the line and out of breaks but changes tempo well as a deep route runner and is fast enough to get behind coverage. Sowell is smooth in his stem for a long strider. He's an effective blocker but still needs to build up his frame to break press at the P4 level, and true separation speed is still a question mark. -- Tucker
What he brings to Iowa State: The Cyclones looked to the portal in search of a quality replacement for All-Big 12 wideout Jayden Higgins , and they succeeded in landing their No. 1 target. Sowell jumped at the opportunity to play with quarterback Rocco Becht and play a high-target role -- Higgins saw 136 last season -- for a Cyclones team that just won a school-record 11 games and are trying to go even further in 2025. -- Olson
44. Mark Gronowski , QBTransferring from: South Dakota State | Transferring to: Iowa Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-3 | WT: 230 | Class: Redshirt senior
Background: Gronowski entered the portal at the end of the winter cycle after his coaching staff left to take over Washington State. None of the other QBs available this offseason come close to matching his career production. He's been one of the most dominant QBs in the sport, a four-year starter with a 49-6 career record and two national championship rings at the FCS level. Gronowski is the active career leader at the FCS level in total offense with 10,309 passing yards, 1,767 rushing yards and 130 total touchdowns. He won the Walter Payton Award in 2023 as the top offensive player at that level. He went into the 2024 season with a late-round NFL draft grade but will look to boost his draft stock with one final season at the FBS level. -- Olson
Scout's take: This guy is the very definition of substance over style. All he does is make good decisions and win. It's not always pretty and his methods can be unorthodox, but the end result is among the elite in college football. An adequate athlete, Gronowski shines with his accuracy. He'll bring experience and smart play along with a sky-high expectation to perform, which he has done his entire career. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Iowa: What a win for the Hawkeyes. They were looking to improve their QB situation for 2025 via the portal, and their patience paid off when Gronowski hit the market. There's not a more experienced or accomplished QB in this cycle when you consider he's played more than 3,000 career snaps. Gronowski was productive in his lone start against Power 4 competition in 2024, throwing for 264 yards and two TDs with one interception in a 44-20 loss at Oklahoma State. He'll be eager to prove he can compete at the highest level in the Big Ten. -- Olson
45. Kaidon Salter , QBTransferring from: Liberty | Transferring to: Colorado Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-1 | WT: 200 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Salter led a historic season for Liberty in 2023 with a 13-0 run, a Conference USA title and a trip to the Fiesta Bowl. He earned CUSA MVP honors in his first season operating coach Jamey Chadwell's spread option attack. The Flames couldn't match 2023, falling to 8-3 season this fall, but few QBs in this portal market have more proven dual-threat production. The former Tennessee transfer has put up 5,887 passing yards, 2,013 rushing yards and 77 total touchdowns with 31 turnovers in his career. -- Olson
Scout's take: Salter is another version of SMU's Kevin Jennings . He's crafty, makes a ton of plays off platform and can make things happen on the move. He can be incredibly accurate on small-window throws down the middle of the field. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Colorado: Salter is exactly what Colorado needed for 2025, a veteran one-year starter who can be highly productive in the Big 12 and give five-star freshman Julian Lewis strong competition and a chance to develop during his freshman year. It'll be interesting to see how coordinator Pat Shurmur adjusts his offense to play to Salter's strengths as a runner, and there's no doubt the senior will enjoy playing with the Buffaloes' talented young receiving corps. -- Olson
46. Hunter Zambrano , OTTransferring from: Illinois State | Transferring to: Texas Tech Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-5 | WT: 305 | Class: Redshirt senior
Background: Zambrano developed into a three-year starter at left tackle for the Redbirds and earned preseason FCS All-America honors going into the 2024 season. He started two games last season, including the opener against Iowa, before a hip issue forced him to sit out the rest of the season. That setback gave him one extra season to make a move up to the FBS level. -- Olson
Scout's take: Zambrano has some of the better physical tools of any FCS offensive lineman in the portal. He possesses good size and length at left tackle, but his agility is more suited for right tackle at the FBS level. He demonstrates good feet and hands in pass pro, technically sound, but needs to show improved bend and explosion in the run game to transition to a higher level and be effective. -- Tucker
What he brings to Texas Tech: The combination of Sampson and Zambrano should help the Red Raiders get a lot better up front in 2025. Zambrano is a legit NFL draft prospect who's ready to prove he can compete at the highest level, and it'll be interesting to see which spot he holds down in the lineup in Lubbock. -- Olson
47. Reggie Virgil , WRTransferring from: Miami (Ohio) | Transferring to: Texas Tech Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-4 | WT: 190 | Class: Junior
Background: After two quiet seasons with the Red Hawks in which he recorded two career catches, Virgil put together a breakthrough season in 2024 and earned second-team All-MAC recognition. He turned 41 catches into 816 receiving yards and nine touchdowns, with three 100-yard performances to help his squad go on a seven-game win streak and play for a MAC title. He picked up a long list of offers and took visits to Michigan State and Texas Tech. -- Olson
Scout's take: Virgil is a big, athletic target with great hands. He's a vertical threat who knows how to use his length to climb the ladder and make the difficult grab. Virgil was an impressive long jumper out of high school who went over 22 feet. He's a vertical stretcher as well, with a long stride to accelerate past coverage. We expect he will be coveted given his one-on-one matchup potential on the outside -- Tucker
What he brings to Texas Tech: The Red Raiders got a big year out of Washington State transfer Josh Kelly , who earned second-team All-Big 12 honors in 2024, and are hoping for similar success with Virgil. With four wideouts moving on via the portal, Texas Tech had a clear need at this position and got Virgil locked up before he took more visits. -- Olson
48. Trebor Pena , WRTransferring from: Syracuse | Transferring to: Penn State Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-0 | WT: 184 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Pena has been a return specialist throughout his career with more than 1,400 career yards on kickoff and punt returns. But after missing almost the entire 2023 season due to injury, he came back strong and proved he could be a real playmaker at receiver. Pena emerged as Kyle McCord 's go-to target and led the ACC with 84 receptions on the year, putting up 941 receiving yards and nine TDs to help spark a stunning turnaround and 10-win season under new coach Fran Brown. The second-team All-ACC performer will be a sixth-year senior this fall and is looking to boost his NFL draft stock with one more big season. -- Olson
Scout's take: Pena is very similar to former Miami wide receiver Xavier Restrepo , only Pena is slightly bigger. He's super reliable with terrific ball skills, a great feel for navigating zone coverage and always finds a way to get open. He's the ultimate security blanket for a quarterback when you absolutely have to have the catch on a critical down. He is a really crafty route runner who knows how to set up defenders and create separation in tight quarters. He's versatile and can play on the inside and outside. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Penn State: This is a massive get for the Nittany Lions. They were determined to get a top receiver in the spring portal period and won out for their No. 1 target, giving quarterback Drew Allar an experienced playmaker in the slot who had no shortage of strong Power 4 offers. When you come as close as Penn State did to playing for a national championship, you have to be willing to make some big moves to take that next step. The transfer trio of Pena, Kyron Hudson and Devonte Ross should quickly elevate the production in their receiver room. -- Olson
49. Rahsul Faison , RBTransferring from: Utah State | Transferring to: South Carolina Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-0 | WT: 218 | Class: Redshirt senior
Background: Faison was expected to enter the NFL draft this offseason, but the Diego Pavia ruling for former junior college transfers created an opportunity for one extra college season. He was a revelation over his two seasons at Utah State, rushing for 1,845 yards and 13 touchdowns with seven 100-yard performances, including a career-high 191 yards against Hawaii last season. The second-team All-Mountain West selection forced 98 missed tackles during his time with the Aggies according to ESPN Research, which ranked second-most in the conference behind Boise State's Ashton Jeanty. The 25-year-old back will be a seventh-year senior this fall after beginning his career at Marshall in 2019. -- Olson
Scout's take: One of the top returning backs in the country, Faison checks all the physical boxes as a featured runner. He has impressive size and power to break tackles inline but also great vision and stop-start quickness to elude at the second level. His cutback ability in traffic is exceptional. He runs hard with balance and second effort. The one area he's lacking is a game-breaker second gear, but he's ultra elusive with exception vision and shiftiness in the open field. Polished receiving skills out of the backfield adds to his value. -- Tucker
What he brings to South Carolina: Faison still needs to get his extra season of eligibility approved by the NCAA, but he's poised to be a serious difference-maker for a Gamecocks squad with CFP ambitions in 2025. He'll step right in for Raheim Sanders as another highly productive transfer back and gives this LaNorris Sellers -led offense another reliable weapon to build around. -- Olson
50. Raion Strader , CBTransferring from: Miami (Ohio) | Transferring to: Auburn Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-0 | WT: 182 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Strader is coming off a first-team All-MAC sophomore season and has been one of the best young corners in the country over his first two seasons. He's currently leading FBS in pass breakups with 18 on the year after breaking up 13 as a freshman and has also picked off three passes for the RedHawks. Opposing quarterbacks completed just 52% of their attempts against Strader in 2024, according to ESPN Research. He became one of the most heavily recruited corners in this cycle with more than 18 offers from Power 4 programs. -- Olson
Scout's take: Extremely productive football player with great play-speed and coverage skills. He excels in man-to-man with fluid hips and terrific recovery speed but is equally adept at reading the QB and jumping routes in zone coverage. Possesses polished ball skills. Will use his strong hands to press and get off blocks to set the edge as a tackler. -- Tucker
What he brings to Auburn: Another premium portal pickup for the Tigers as they load up for 2025. Strader joins a team that leaned on two young corners, sophomore Kayin Lee and freshman Jay Crawford , to get through the season and managed to finish with a top-30 scoring defense. Strader's experience will make him a valuable asset in the secondary. -- Olson
51. Braelin Moore , CTransferring from: Virginia Tech | Transferring to: LSU Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 303 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Moore brings experience and invaluable versatility from his three seasons at Virginia Tech. The honorable mention All-ACC performer earning the starting left guard role as a redshirt freshman and played well, then transitioned to center for 2024 and was even better. Moore has allowed just one sack on 654 snaps in pass protection, according to ESPN Research. -- Olson
What he brings to LSU: After rolling with a redshirt freshman starter at center in DJ Chester , the Tigers looked to the portal for a more proven commodity and locked up Moore, the top center available in this portal cycle. -- Olson
52. Josh Thompson , OGTransferring from: Northwestern | Transferring to: LSU Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-5 | WT: 301 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Thompson, a former three-star recruit from Michigan, emerged as a key starter for the Wildcats after two years of development. He started at right tackle in 2023 but found his more natural fit at right guard last season, earning honorable mention All-Big Ten recognition after he did not surrender a sack all season. According to ESPN Research, Thompson had the fourth-best pressure rate (0.8%) among all Big Ten starting guards this season. -- Olson
What he brings to LSU: The Tigers identified Thompson as one of the best interior offensive linemen in this cycle and beat Tennessee, Ohio State and several others for his pledge. He's a big addition and a future pro. -- Olson
53. Noah Thomas , WRTransferring from: Texas A&M | Transferring to: Georgia Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-6 | WT: 200 | Class: Junior
Background: Thomas emerged as the Aggies' leading receiver as a junior and produced eight touchdown catches, tied for second-most in the SEC. He turned 73 catches into 984 yards and 15 touchdowns over three seasons in College Station. -- Olson
What he brings to Georgia: The Bulldogs really lacked a big-bodied receiver for their passing attack after Miami transfer Colbie Young was suspended during the season, so Thomas certainly resolves that need and sets Georgia up to have one of the SEC's best receiver trios in 2025 with Branch, Thomas and Dillon Bell . -- Olson
54. Kevin Coleman Jr ., WRTransferring from: Mississippi State | Transferring to: Missouri Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 5-11 | WT: 180 | Class: Junior
Background: Coleman is moving on to his fourth school in four years after stints at Jackson State, Louisville and Mississippi State, but he has produced everywhere he's been. The former SWAC Freshman of the Year is coming off a career-best year in Starkville, ranking third in the SEC in receiving yards per game and producing 1,096 all-purpose yards and six TDs as a receiver and punt returner. -- Olson
What he brings to Missouri: The St. Louis native is coming home for his final season of eligibility and will see a ton of targets in an offense that must replace the production ofLuther Burden III ,Theo Wease Jr . and Mookie Cooper . -- Olson
55. Thaddeus Dixon , CBTransferring from: Washington | Transferring to: North Carolina Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-1 | WT: 185 | Class: Senior
Background: After playing a reserve role for the Huskies during their run to the CFP title game in 2023, Dixon took over as a starter last season and earned honorable mention All-Big Ten recognition for the Huskies. He finished as a top-five starting corner in the conference in completion percentage (35%), yards per attempt (3.7) and pass breakups (10), according to ESPN Research. Thanks to the Diego Pavia ruling, the former junior college transfer was granted an extra season of eligibility and opted to transfer after the Huskies brought in Davis from Arizona. -- Olson
What he brings to North Carolina: A plug-and-play starter who'll benefit greatly from the fact he played for defensive coordinator Steve Belichick last season in Seattle. The Tar Heels managed to beat out Ole Miss and several more contenders for a pledge from Dixon, who should team up with returning starter Marcus Allen to provide good experience in the secondary. -- Olson
56. Jeremiah Wilson , CBTransferring from: Houston | Transferring to: Florida State Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 5-10 | WT: 185 | Class: Junior
Background: After two solid seasons at Syracuse, Wilson transferred to Houston and proved he can be a difference-maker. He snagged four interceptions last season and allowed just 12 completions on 33 targets, the fourth-lowest completion percentage (36%) among Big 12 starting corners according to ESPN Research. Wilson has one more season ahead of him and is hoping he can boost his draft stock in 2025 by making one more move. -- Olson
Scout's take: Wilson possesses length, instincts, foot speed and excellent ball skills. Aside from great physical traits on the perimeter, he has been really productive. He has a really good feel for zone coverage and how to align himself to bait quarterbacks into making poor decisions with the football. Wilson displays the short-area quickness and burst in man coverage to lock people down one-on-one. He's very competitive in contested matchups where his ball skills become magnified. The only question is his true speed. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Florida State: The Kissimmee, Florida, native is coming back to his home state and reuniting with defensive coordinator Tony White, who previously coached him during his freshman year at Syracuse. Wilson brings needed experience and should catch up quickly as he gets back to playing in a defense he already knows. -- Olson
57. AJ Haulcy , STransferring from: Houston | Transferring to: LSU Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-0 | WT: 215 | Class: Junior
Background: Haulcy began his career at New Mexico in 2022 and turned a strong true freshman season into an opportunity to come home and play for Houston. He's been a two-year starter for the Cougars and earned first-team All-Big 12 honors last season after picking off five passes and recording eight pass breakups plus 74 tackles. Veteran starters like Haulcy who've played more than 2,000 career snaps tend to attract plenty of interest in the spring portal window. -- Olson
Scout's take: Haulcy is a prototypical hard-hitting safety who is a bit of a throwback player. He's physical and loves to throw his body around. He's an outstanding tackler, but also has the personality and leadership skills to be the heart and soul of a defense. -- Luginbill
What he brings to LSU: This is the cherry on top of LSU's extremely impressive portal recruiting class. Haulcy and NC State transfer Tamarcus Cooley represent significant upgrades at the safety position for the Tigers. It'll be interesting to see how secondary coach Corey Raymond moves his guys around this fall, because a secondary that ranked No. 2 in SEC play in passing yards per game just added a lot more talent this offseason. -- Olson
58. Micah Hudson , WRTransferring from: Texas A&M | Transferring to: Texas Tech Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-0 | WT: 195 | Class: Freshman
Background: Hudson, a five-star recruit and the No. 22 overall player in last year's ESPN 300, was the highest-ranked signee in Texas Tech history. But his true freshman season did not play out the way he'd hoped and he finished with eight catches for 123 yards in a reserve role. Hudson transferred to Texas A&M this offseason but left the program in January soon after he arrived. -- Olson
Scout's take: Hudson played in the 2024 Under Armour All-America Game to culminate an amazing high school career, but we did see a lack of urgency and production in that small sample size. While he showed flashes at Texas Tech, it was surprising that he didn't have much impact as a freshman given his playmaking speed and dynamic skill-set. He's a natural pass catcher and has the explosive athleticism to elevate and pluck the contested jump ball, but his true separation speed at the college level is the key question. He did not have verified track or combine testing times as an upperclassman in high school. His early times in the 100- and 200-meter were just adequate. -- Tucker
What he brings to Texas Tech: Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire and his staff are giving Hudson a second chance and hoping he'll make the most of it. If Hudson comes in with humility and patience and puts in the work to regain the trust of his teammates and coaches, this could end up being quite a success story. He'll have to earn his playing time, too, in a receiver room led by returning starters Caleb Douglas and Coy Eakin plus the addition of Virgil. If Hudson attacks this opportunity with the right mentality, he could become an X factor for a squad that has more than enough talent to win the Big 12 in 2025. -- Olson
59. Mario Craver , WRTransferring from: Mississippi State | Transferring to: Texas A&M Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 5-10 | WT: 170 | Class: Freshman
Background: Craver, ESPN's No. 273 overall prospect in the 2024 class, carved out an immediate role during his freshman season at Mississippi State and presents high upside given his elite speed, Year 1 production and eligibility runway. He flashed plenty of promise in a middling Bulldogs' offense, totaling 17 catches for 368 yards and three TDs in nine games. Craver was sidelined by injury for a pair of games in October and suspended for another contest in November but still finished as one of the Bulldogs' most productive pass catchers in 2024. -- Lederman
Scout's take: Craver is an undersized receiver but quick, elusive and fast. He ran 10.7 out of high school and flashed that acceleration last season with the ball is his hands. He has soft hands and transitions up-field with terrific suddenness after the catch and reaches top speed quickly. Will turn a short pass into a big gain and is the ideal slot that can be move around to create underneath separation and mismatches. -- Tucker
What he brings to Texas A&M: Coach Mike Elko has done an impressive job of adding more playmakers since taking over and brought in three more at the receiver position via the portal between Craver, Concepcion and Houston's Jonah Wilson . While things didn't work out with Hudson, the Aggies still have plenty of firepower at receiver for the foreseeable future. -- Olson
60. Xavier Lucas , CBTransferring from: Wisconsin | Transferring to: Miami Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-2 | WT: 198 | Class: Freshman
Background: Lucas, a three-star signee in the 2024 class, got on the field right away as a true freshman for the Badgers and made a solid first impression. He played 192 snaps on the year, grabbed an interception in Wisconsin's season opener and allowed just two catches in his first career start against Nebraska. After initially agreeing to return in 2025, Lucas made the surprising decision to transfer closer to home in January. -- Olson
What he brings to Miami: Lucas went through an extremely contentious exit from the program , deciding to transfer to Miami after Wisconsin made the unprecedented move of refusing to enter his name in the NCAA transfer portal, citing the binding nature of NIL agreement and alleging Miami tampered with him. The Hurricanes have totally revamped their secondary this offseason and are betting that Lucas can develop into a difference-maker over the next few years. -- Olson
61. Zechariah Poyser , STransferring from: Jacksonville State | Transferring to: Miami Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-2 | WT: 190 | Class: Redshirt freshman
Background: Poyser was a no-star recruit for Jacksonville State who quickly became a gem and is now being heavily recruited by SEC programs. The Wildwood, Florida, native started all 13 games at safety for the Gamecocks during their run to a Conference USA championship. He recorded 73 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, eight pass breakups and three interceptions. -- Olson
Scout's take: Poyser flew under the radar coming out of high school but didn't during the portal. He has a supreme blend of size, range and ball skills. He's quick to break and get into pursuit on underneath routes with the long stride to also get on top of downfield throws. He displays a nose for the football around the box and is a strong open-field tackler. Aside from possessing great physical traits, he's quick to diagnose and an instinctive overall football player. -- Tucker
What he brings to Miami: This was a nice win for the Hurricanes against a ton of SEC competition for one of the top DBs available. They depended on a sixth-year senior at safety in Washington transfer Mishael Powell this season and have found a terrific young replacement who'll keep improving and make them better on the back end. -- Olson
62. Luke Hasz , TETransferring from: Arkansas | Transferring to: Ole Miss Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 241 | Class: Sophomore
Background: The former No. 83 overall recruit in 2023 ESPN 300 got off to a hot start as a freshman with 253 receiving yards and three TDs on 16 catches before suffering a season-ending collarbone injury. Hasz came back better in 2024 and turned 26 catches into 324 yards and four TDs as a sophomore. -- Olson
What he brings to Ole Miss: Lane Kiffin and the Rebels quickly found and secured their replacement for Caden Prieskorn with Hasz. Prieskorn played a good role in their passing attack, with 54 catches for 824 yards over two seasons in Oxford. Now Hasz takes over for him and will pair with Dae'Quan Wright in what should be one of the top tight end duos in the SEC. -- Olson
63. Ethan O'Connor , CBTransferring from: Washington State | Transferring to: Miami Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-1 | WT: 172 | Class: Redshirt freshman
Background: O'Connor moved into the starting lineup for the Cougars as a redshirt freshman and put together a really promising debut season with 32 tackles, eight pass breakups and four interceptions, including a pick-six against Fresno State. O'Connor allowed catches on just 23 of 52 attempts (44%), according to ESPN Research. -- Olson
Scout's take: O'Connor has length and ball skills as a perimeter defender, which will make him valued in the portal. He's very active around the football with effective range and pursuit angles. O'Connor does a good job of timing his break and is adept at undercutting routes as well as tracking the deep throw. He demonstrates wiry strength as a tackler. -- Tucker
What he brings to Miami: The Hurricanes have seriously reloaded their cornerback room this offseason with O'Connor, Lucas, Charles Brantley (Michigan State) and nickel Keionte Scott (Houston) all coming in to compete this offseason. The young trio of O'Connor, Lucas and Freshman All-America starter OJ Frederique Jr . gives Miami an extremely bright future at this position. -- Olson
64. Jordan Dwyer , WRTransferring from: Idaho | Transferring to: TCU Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-0 | WT: 195 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Dwyer enjoyed a breakout sophomore season for the Vandals, finishing No. 2 in the Big Sky in catches (78), receiving yards (1,192) and touchdown catches (12) and closing with a career-high 189 yards against Montana State in the FCS playoffs. After Idaho coach Jason Eck left to take over New Mexico, Dwyer put his name in the portal. -- Olson
What he brings to TCU: The Horned Frogs needed to reload at wide receiver this offseason with four of their top five wideouts graduating and won a critical battle for Dwyer against plenty of Power 4 competition. Dwyer and Houston transfer Joseph Manjack IV should be key targets for Josh Hoover in 2025. -- Olson
65. CJ Donaldson Jr ., RBTransferring from: West Virginia | Transferring to: Ohio State Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 238 | Class: Junior
Background: Donaldson was an under-the-radar get out of Miami for the Mountaineers and initially signed to play tight end, but he proved right away as a freshman that he can be an impact back. He rushed for 2,058 yards and scored 31 touchdowns over three seasons in Morgantown. -- Olson
What he brings to Ohio State: The Buckeyes must replace second-round draft picks Quinshon Judkins and TreVeyon Henderson at this spot and have lots of blue-chip talent competing for carries. Donaldson should be a great complement to sophomore James Peoples and will have an opportunity to play a significant role for the defending national champs. -- Olson
66. Isaiah Horton , WRTransferring from: Miami | Transferring to: Alabama Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-4 | WT: 205 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Horton, a former ESPN 300 recruit, looked poised to become Miami's No. 1 receiver in 2025 after a breakthrough sophomore season with Cam Ward in which he caught 56 passes for 616 yards and five touchdowns. -- Olson
What he brings to Alabama: The Crimson Tide clearly needed some help around Ryan Williams after losing four wide receivers to the portal in December, so Horton was a much-needed pickup for their starting lineup who'll form a strong trio with Williams and returning starter Germie Bernard . -- Olson
67. Maraad Watson , DTTransferring from: Syracuse | Transferring to: Texas Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-3 | WT: 313 | Class: Freshman
Background: The three-star signee from Irvington, New Jersey, proved he was ready to play right away in 2024, making 11 starts as a true freshman and earning Freshman All-America recognition after producing 31 run stops, seven pressures, 1.5 TFLs and a sack. Watson became a reliable force as the season progressed, playing a season-high 64 snaps and logging six tackles in Syracuse's upset win over Miami in the regular season finale. He wasn't highly recruited coming out of high school, but the former Kent State commit had plenty of options in the portal with Texas, Georgia, Ohio State and Tennessee battling for his pledge. -- Olson
Scout's take: Watson was a sleeper out of high school who enjoyed a productive 2024 season, increasingly becoming a handful for opposing offensive fronts as the season wore on. He has above average height and is around 315 pounds but moves like he's 280. He's really disruptive, and when he plays with a consistent motor, he can be a problem not just stopping the run but as a pass rusher as well. Watson could play on the inside, but also could be a real difficult matchup as a 5-tech over the tackle. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Texas: Adding interior defensive linemen has been a major priority for the Longhorns this offseason as they work to replace Alfred Collins , Vernon Broughton , Jermayne Lole and Bill Norton up front. Watson is a big-time get who should make an instant impact for a position group that is counting on a combination of unproven youth and portal newcomers to step up in 2025. -- Olson
68. Keeshawn Silver , DTTransferring from: Kentucky | Transferring to: USC Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-4 | WT: 336 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Silver began his career at North Carolina and was a massive recruiting win for Mack Brown and the Tar Heels as the No. 8 overall recruit in the 2021 ESPN 300. He struggled to earn a significant role in Chapel Hill, playing a total of 29 snaps over two seasons, but he turned his career around at Kentucky. The massive nose guard started 11 games this season and had 43 tackles, three tackles for loss and one sack during his two seasons with the Wildcats. -- Olson
Scout's take: Silver is essentially a run-down nose guard more suited to a two-gap scheme. He has the size and strength to demand a double-team, but still maintains quick feet and agility to penetrate when single-blocked. Silver has above average push and ability to close on the pocket as a pass rusher. Leverage is his best asset and he's tough to move even with his height and length and has powerful hands to shed blocks. The flashes of burst he shows when aligned as 3-technique are what will make him a top target in the portal. -- Tucker
What he brings to USC: The Trojans battled with Miami, Florida and Michigan for this pledge and are getting a much-needed addition for the middle of its D-line. Coach Lincoln Riley is having to replace Nate Clifton , Bear Alexander and Gavin Meyer at defensive tackle this offseason and succeeded in finding a plug-and-play starter with experience who they hope can start playing his best football as a senior. -- Olson
69. Nikhai Hill-Green , LBTransferring from: Colorado | Transferring to: Alabama Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 230 | Class: Redshirt senior
Background: After stops at Michigan and Charlotte, Hill-Green emerged as an impact defender and leader in Colorado's turnaround on defense in 2024, producing 82 tackles, 11.5 TFLs, four pass breakups and two interceptions to earn second-team All-Big 12 honors. -- Olson
What he brings to Alabama: Hill-Green likely could've been drafted had he decided to go pro, but instead he'll be a sixth-year senior for the Crimson Tide and bring veteran leadership to a defense that now looks loaded at linebacker with Deontae Lawson and Justin Jefferson returning. -- Olson
70. Jimmori Robinson , DETransferring from: UTSA | Transferring to: West Virginia Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-4 | WT: 265 | Class: Redshirt senior
Background: Robinson, a former junior college transfer, joined UTSA in 2021 and steadily developed into a star over his four seasons in the program. The veteran edge defender earned Defensive Player of the Year honors in the AAC last season after producing a conference-high 43 pressures, 17 tackles for loss and 10.5 sacks. According to ESPN Research, Robinson had the second-best edge pressure rate among FBS starters (19.2%) last season behind only Penn State's Abdul Carter . He's back for one extra season thanks to the Pavia ruling and will be a 25-year-old senior this fall. -- Olson
What he brings to West Virginia: Robinson is arguably the biggest gem of the Mountaineers' massive roster rebuild this offseason under coach Rich Rodriguez. He represents a critically important portal win for this program and should quickly emerge as one of the Big 12's most effective pass rushers in 2025. -- Olson
71. Princewill Umanmielen , DETransferring from: Nebraska | Transferring to: Ole Miss Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-5 | WT: 245 | Class: Sophomore
Background: The younger brother of Ole Miss star Princely Umanmielen had a solid two-year run as a pass rusher for the Huskers and is looking to take his game to the next level at another program. The former ESPN 300 recruit recorded 35 tackles, 30 pressures, 7 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks over 440 snaps. -- Olson
What he brings to Ole Miss: Umanmielen will follow in his brother's footsteps by continuing his career in Oxford. He's a talented athlete who is hoping to significantly increase his production as a junior after finishing with 2.5 TFLs and 0.5 sacks in 2024. -- Olson
72. CJ Daniels , WRTransferring from: LSU | Transferring to: Miami Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 205 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Daniels landed at LSU in 2024 as a prized portal addition after hauling in 106 passes for 1,954 yards and 21 touchdowns across four seasons at Liberty. And while Daniels failed to find the end zone in his lone season with the Tigers, he remained an effective target, pulling in 42 passes for 480 yards as LSU's fourth-most targeted pass catcher in 2024. -- Lederman
Scout's take: Daniels was a coveted pickup from the portal last year and produced for LSU this season. His value and production come from his excellent hands and body control. He may lack elite speed, but he is quick in his movements and is a savvy route runner who can get open, and that combined with his size (6-2, 205) make him a productive red zone target as well. -- Tucker
What he brings to Miami: The Hurricanes had a big need at wide receiver with Xavier Restrepo and Jacolby George heading off to the NFL and isaiah Horton transferring to Alabama. Daniels should see plenty of targets from Beck next season and have the kind of high-usage role he was hoping to earn at LSU to boost his draft stock. -- Olson
73. De'Zhaun Stribling , WRTransferring from: Oklahoma State | Transferring to: Ole Miss Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 200 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Stribling's 2,153 career receiving yards made him one of the most productive wideouts available in the portal this offseason. The veteran wideout led all Pac-12 freshmen in receiving in 2021 at Washington State and was Cam Ward 's No. 1 receiver in 2022. A broken wrist forced him to miss most of his junior season at Oklahoma State, but Stribling bounced back with a career year in 2024, catching 52 passes for 882 yards and six scores despite playing with three different QBs. -- Olson
What he brings to Ole Miss: The Rebels did an impressive job of reloading in the portal to help replace the production of Tre Harris , Jordan Watkins and Antwane Wells Jr . Stribling should play a leading role for this group alongside returning starter Cayden Lee with Deuce Alexander (Wake Forest), Harrison Wallace III (Penn State), Caleb Odom (Alabama) and Traylon Ray (West Virginia) all coming in to compete for targets. -- Olson
74. Daniel King , OTTransferring from: Troy | Transferring to: North Carolina Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-5 | WT: 340 | Class: Senior
Background: King became one of the most experienced offensive linemen to hit the portal when he was granted an additional season of eligibility by the Pavia ruling. He started all 40 games over his three seasons at Troy, played more than 2,600 snaps and twice earned second-team All-Sun Belt honors. King primarily started at right guard over his first two seasons with the Trojans, but he also demonstrated he can play right tackle over the second half of last season. -- Olson
What he brings to North Carolina: Belichick and his new regime have brought in eight new offensive linemen via the portal as they work to rebuild up front. They'll likely be counting on King to step right in as a starter, though it'll be interesting to see if his best fit for this squad is right guard or tackle as he takes on ACC competition. -- Olson
75. Fluff Bothwell , RBTransferring from: South Alabama | Transferring to: Mississippi State Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 5-10 | WT: 219 | Class: Freshman
Background: Bothwell, an unranked prospect in ESPN's rankings for 2024, entered the portal after one of the most productive rushing seasons of any freshman running back across the country. Bothwell exploded for 832 rushing yards on 111 attempts in 2024 while splitting carries with Kentrel Bullock , finishing fifth among FBS backs in yards per carry (7.5). He emerged as a red zone weapon with 13 rushing scores, tied for most in the Sun Belt, and was a third-team all-conference selection. -- Lederman
Scout's take: Bothwell is a shifty downhill runner with great balance and feet through the hole. He's not the fastest or most elusive but he doesn't leave yards on the field either. He's strong with a low center of gravity and makes quick subtle cuts through traffic, making it hard to wrap up cleanly. He can catch the ball out of the backfield as well. -- Tucker
What he brings to Mississippi State: Bothwell proved he's more than capable of playing in the SEC during his freshman season and is a big-time get for Jeff Lebby's offense. The Bulldogs were looking for a featured back in the portal but also managed to get leading rusher Davon Booth (1,231 all-purpose yards, 9 TDs) back for 2025 thanks to the Pavia ruling. Bothwell and Booth will be a formidable duo for Lebby's rebuild. -- Olson
76. Wayshawn Parker , RBTransferring from: Washington State | Transferring to: Utah Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-0 | WT: 199 | Class: Freshman
Background: Parker emerged as the Cougars' top running back and second-leading rusher as a true freshman. He totaled 137 carries for 735 rushing yards and four rushing scores in 2024, trailing only Mateer in each category as the Cougars' ground attack helped power the No. 6 scoring offense in FBS. Parker set a program freshman record with his 149-yard performance against Utah State and proved tough to carry, averaging 3 yards after first contact per carry. -- Lederman
Scout's take: We listed Parker as an athlete coming out of high school because of his versatile tools, including great ball skills. He had a great freshman season at running back, showcasing quick lateral feet and vision to make defenders miss through the hole and the burst to get into the second level. Parks has good contact balance and is slippery, making it difficult to get a clean shot on him. He's not a game-breaker but is fast enough to avoid getting caught from behind. He checks all the boxes for an every-down back including polished hands and route running skills. -- Tucker
What he brings to Utah: Parker followed his running backs coach, Mark Atuaia, to Salt Lake City and should play a featured role in Utah's new-look offense in 2025. The Utes have restocked their backfield this offseason with Parker, NaQuari Rogers (New Mexico) and Devin Green (UNLV) joining the program via the portal. -- Olson
77. Nyziah Hunter , WRTransferring from: Cal | Transferring to: Nebraska Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-2 | WT: 210 | Class: Redshirt freshman
Background: The former four-star recruit from Salinas, California, redshirted in 2023 and emerged as Fernando Mendoza's No. 1 receiver in his debut season, turning 59 targets into 40 catches for 578 yards and five touchdowns. He immediately picked up more than a dozen Power 4 offers upon entering the portal and became one of the more popular young wideouts on the market. -- Olson
Scout's take: Hunter is just scratching the surface of his potential. He possesses 10.62 100-meter speed and has developed physically into an imposing 6-foot-2, 210-pound target. He eats up cushions in a hurry, can threaten vertically and makes acrobatic, contested grabs. Hunter is still developing as a route-runner and will body-catch at times, but he could blossom into a difference-making P4 receiver. -- Tucker
What he brings to Nebraska: The Huskers were hunting for impact wideouts in the transfer portal and were willing to chase the great ones in order to give Dylan Raiola some legit No. 1 and 2 receivers for his sophomore year. The Huskers are getting a big-time talent who should develop into a go-to target alongside Dane Key for their five-star QB. -- Olson
78. Conner Weigman , QBTransferring from: Texas A&M | Transferring to: Houston Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 220 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: After missing most of last season with a foot injury, Weigman hoped to put together a big year under the Aggies' new coaching staff. He struggled in their season-opening loss to Notre Dame and missed time with a shoulder injury. When he came back against then-No. 9 Missouri, he shined in throwing for 276 yards on 18-of-22 passing in a 41-10 victory. But after a slow start against LSU, the Aggies went with backup Marcel Reed for the rest of the season. Weigman has thrown for 2,694 yards, completing 60% of his throws over 15 career games with 21 total touchdowns and eight turnovers. He's eager to prove what he can do at his next stop when he's healthy and playing with confidence. -- Olson
Scout's take: Weigman is very similar to Jackson Arnold in the sense that he just needs a new landscape. He is 9-4 as a starter and has plenty of quality film showcasing his arm talent and accuracy in tight windows to make him highly desirable. Much like Haynes King , Weigman has to prove he can stay healthy for an entire season. He has competitive intangibles that we love and really good timing and rhythm as a passer. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Houston: Here's a smart move for both parties. Weigman gets to play for his hometown team and for coaches who developedMichael Pratt into the AAC Offensive Player of the Year at Tulane and an NFL draft pick. Coach Willie Fritz and his OC Slade Nagle get a talented passer who can help them level up on offense after their young QB Zeon Chriss showed potential but had 10 turnovers over seven starts. -- Olson
79. Devon Dampier , QBTransferring from: New Mexico | Transferring to: Utah Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 5-10 | WT: 198 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Dampier emerged as one of the more electric playmakers in the Group of 5 in 2024 and earned first-team All-Mountain West honors. The former three-star recruit from Phoenix led the conference in total offense with 3,934 yards, including a whopping 1,166 rushing yards (third among FBS QBs) and 19 rushing touchdowns. He put up 390 yards and five TDs against Arizona, led an upset win over then-No. 18 Washington State and finished with a 71.3 QBR (eighth among G5 starters) in his first season as a full-time starter for the 5-7 Lobos. Dampier entered the portal after coach Bronco Mendenhall left for the Utah State job after one season. -- Olson
Scout's take: Dampier was one of the biggest surprise steals in the 2023 class for New Mexico and a hot commodity on the market for his dual-threat traits and creative playmaking. He reminds us of Jayden Daniels as both a runner and thrower. He's the type of player who can pull a rabbit out of a hat and defending his improvisational plays is a nightmare. -- Luginbill
What he brings to Utah: Coach Kyle Whittingham hired New Mexico's offensive coordinator, Jason Beck, so the Utes know exactly what they're getting in Dampier. This is clearly going to be an offense built around Dampier's playmaking ability that should be fun to watch in the Big 12. -- Olson
80. Mi'Quise Humphrey-Grace , DETransferring from: South Dakota | Transferring to: Kentucky Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-4 | WT: 255 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Grace earned Missouri Valley Defensive Player of the Year and FCS All-America honors in 2024 after a remarkably disruptive season in which he racked up 64 tackles, 18.5 TFLs and 9.5 sacks. That production quickly made him a popular target among SEC programs upon entering the portal. -- Olson
What he brings to Kentucky: The Wildcats have done a nice job restocking at edge rusher during this portal cycle, beating out a lot of Power 4 competition for Grace to go along with Kameron Olds (Kent State) and Sam Greene (USC). -- Olson
81. Joe Cotton , OTTransferring from: South Dakota | Transferring to: Cincinnati Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-7 | WT: 315 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Cotton, a two-year starter at left tackle for the Coyotes and a second-team All-Missouri Valley Conference performer, had no shortage of Power 4 opportunities in the spring portal. He was a top-10 returning tackle at the FCS level this season, according to PFF grading, and surrendered just one sack last season on a team that reached the FCS semifinals. Cotton is making the move up after his position coach left for Vanderbilt in February. -- Olson
Scout's take: Cotton flew under the radar out of high school as a tall and physically underdeveloped offensive tackle. Three years later, he's a quintessential left tackle with great length and agility on the edge. He has an excellent first step and strong hand placement to control defenders. As a run blocker he's active in the second level and very athletic in the way he moves. It's a big transition from FCS to P4, but Cotton is gifted with size and athleticism, and should plug and play at the highest level of competition. -- Tucker
What he brings to Cincinnati: This was a massive get for the Bearcats. They've consistently done an impressive job of finding under-the-radar talent and quality starters in the portal, but this is a big splash and one they've been chasing since December while searching for a starter at left tackle. They got Cotton to shut down his process after his first official visit with Wisconsin, Michigan, Texas A&M and several more Power 4 programs fighting to get him on campus. -- Olson
82. Conner Moore , OTTransferring from: Montana State | Transferring to: Michigan State Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-5 | WT: 309 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Moore is coming off an All-America season at Montana State, starting 15 games at left tackle for a Bobcats squad that played for the FCS national title and allowing just one sack, according to Pro Football Focus. The two-year starter also earned FCS Freshman All-America recognition as a redshirt freshman in 2023. He's ready to move up and prove he can compete at the highest level. -- Olson
What he brings to Michigan State: This was a critical recruiting win for the Spartans over Ohio State and Cincinnati. Moore would have been one of the top returning tackles at the FCS level in 2025 and should move right into the starting right tackle spot for a Michigan State line that has brought in four newcomers via the portal this offseason. -- Olson
83. Julian Humphrey , CBTransferring from: Georgia | Transferring to: Texas A&M Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-1 | WT: 195 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Humphrey was the No. 177 overall recruit in the 2022 ESPN 300 and earned consistent playing time for the Bulldogs as a redshirt freshman, but he almost entered the portal until Georgia's staff convinced him to stay. He started Georgia's first 10 games in 2024 and recorded five pass breakups while allowing nine completions for 203 passing yards and two TDs on 24 attempts, according to ESPN Research. After he was benched during the Bulldogs' win over Tennessee, Humphrey decided to leave the program before the season ended. -- Olson
Scout's take: Humphrey would have probably started for most P4 programs given his skill set. He's tall, fast and explosive. He also has good ball skills and playmaker instincts. He knows how to utilize his lengthy frame to press and reroute and win leverage on the contested jump ball, and he's not afraid to come up and tackle. Putting it all together was the issue in Athens, particularly as a coverage defender. -- Tucker
What he brings to Texas A&M: The Houston native is coming home and will give the Aggies a talented corner with SEC experience. Humphrey will bring more competition for the starting corner spots with former transfers Will Lee III and Dezz Ricks . Ricks, a redshirt freshman, allowed the third-most receiving yards (376) in the SEC this season, according to ESPN Research. -- Olson
84. Bear Alexander , DTTransferring from: USC | Transferring to: Oregon Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 315 | Class: Junior
Background: The former No. 56 overall recruit in the 2022 ESPN 300 has always possessed a ton of talent but hasn't consistently played to his potential in one season at Georgia and two at USC. Alexander opted to redshirt and sit out most of the 2024 season after his father was unsatisfied with his role in the Trojans' defense. -- Olson
What he brings to Oregon: If Dan Lanning and the Ducks can bring out Alexander's best effort for an entire season, he'll have an opportunity to be a highly impactful addition for a front that will have to replace Derrick Harmon following his standout season in Eugene. -- Olson
85. Brice Pollock , CBTransferring from: Mississippi State | Transferring to: Texas Tech Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-0 | WT: 195 | Class: Sophomore
Background: Pollock earned starts late in his true freshman season and raised his game as a sophomore, recording 10 pass breakups and an interception and allowing zero catches in six of 12 games for the Bulldogs in 2024, according to ESPN Research. -- Olson
What he brings to Texas Tech: Pollock is an instant starter for the Red Raiders and should continue developing into one of the Big 12's best cover men and an NFL draft pick during his time in Lubbock. -- Olson
86. Terrance Carter , TETransferring from: Louisiana | Transferring to: Texas Tech Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-2 | WT: 232 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Carter ranked seventh among FBS tight ends in receiving yards this season and earned first-team All-Sun Belt honors after catching 48 passes for 689 yards and four touchdowns for the Ragin' Cajuns. -- Olson
What he brings to Texas Tech: The Red Raiders got a great year out of another portal addition at tight end inJalin Conyers and are expecting Carter to step right in and be among the best in the Big 12 under new OC Mack Leftwich. -- Olson
87. Khmori House , LBTransferring from: Washington | Transferring to: North Carolina Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-0 | WT: 213 | Class: Freshman
Background: The three-star signee from powerhouse St. John Bosco was ready to play right away for the Huskies as a true freshman, recording 35 tackles, four pass breakups and an interception on 303 snaps. He earned five starts during his debut season before electing to move on in the portal. -- Olson
What he brings to North Carolina: House is following defensive coordinator Steve Belichick to Chapel Hill and will team up with Missouri transfer Mikai Gbayor to give the Tar Heels one of the better linebacker combos in the ACC. -- Olson
88. Theran Johnson , CBTransferring from: Northwestern | Transferring to: Oregon Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 5-11 | WT: 182 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: The former three-star recruit from Indianapolis has been a two-year starter for the Wildcats and is coming off a big year with 53 tackles, 10 pass breakups and 2 interceptions, including an 85-yard pick-six against Iowa. Johnson earned second-team All-Big Ten honors from the league's coaches. -- Olson
What he brings to Oregon: After securing a pledge from Dillon Thieneman, the Ducks have added another proven Big Ten starter to their secondary. They're hoping Johnson can make the kind of impact current starters Jabbar Muhammad , Nikko Reed and Brandon Johnson have after joining the program via the portal. A one-year pickup also helps Oregon develop its youth at this spot with Na'eem Offord, ESPN's No. 1 cornerback recruit, joining this offseason. -- Olson
89. Eric Rivers , WRTransferring from: Florida International | Transferring to: Georgia Tech Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 5-11 | WT: 175 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: After getting off to a slow start over two seasons at Memphis, Rivers entered the portal and developed into the top receiver in Conference USA this season. He ranks fifth nationally in receiving yards, turning 62 receptions into 1,172 yards and 12 touchdowns, and set a school record with a 295-yard performance against New Mexico State on Oct. 29. Rivers had four more 100-yard games on the season. -- Olson
Scout's take: Rivers is not the biggest, which is why he may have slipped under the radar out of high school but he's plenty quick and elusive. He's a big-play weapon who consistently beats defenders vertically with great acceleration and tempo as a route runner. He's slippery with the ball in his hands but more of a big-catch receiver than a big-play-after-the-catch receiver. One of the best deep threats who was available in the portal. -- Tucker
What he brings to Georgia Tech: Georgia Tech lost its leading receiver to the portal in Eric Singleton but did a nice job replacing him with a highly productive receiver who had significant Power 4 interest. Adding Rivers to the returning trio of Haynes King, Jamal Haynes and Malik Rutherford should be fun to watch next fall. -- Olson
90. Jack Endries , TETransferring from: Cal | Transferring to: Texas Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-4 | WT: 240 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Endries initially joined the Bears as a walk-on and quickly proved he could become a big-time contributor on offense. He earned Freshman All-America recognition in 2023 as a redshirt freshman starter and was the third-leading receiver among ACC tight ends last season, producing a team-high 56 catches for 623 yards and two touchdowns. Endries has turned 55 receptions into first downs over the past two seasons, second among all returning FBS tight ends. -- Olson
Scout's take: Endries is not elite in size or speed, but does run well and has proven to be an active receiving target due to good hands and excellent body control. Endries really adjusts well to the ball, positions himself athletically and reads coverage well. He's a solid blocker, better at walling off and sealing. He was one of the more well-rounded and reliable receivers in the spring portal. -- Tucker
What he brings to Texas: Endries is just what the Longhorns needed in the post-spring portal. Gunnar Helm was extremely productive in coach Steve Sarkisian's offense last season, turning 76 targets into 60 catches, 786 receiving yards, 7 scores and second-team All-SEC honors. The Longhorns have a young, inexperienced tight end room for 2025 and needed a proven veteran. Quarterback Arch Manning should be pleased about this pickup. -- Olson
91. Tanner Koziol , TETransferring from: Wisconsin | Transferring to: Houston Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-7 | WT: 237 | Class: Junior
Background: Koziol, one of the most productive returning tight ends in the country, went back on the market after joining the Badgers ahead of 2024. Koziol caught 94 passes in 2023 (fourth in FBS) for Ball State and produced 839 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. The second-team All-MAC performer and former Freshman All-American is a flex tight end and a dependable target who led all FBS tight ends with 22 contested catches in 2024, according to ESPN Research, and turned 44 receptions into first downs. -- Olson
Scout's take: Koziol has a huge frame with a well-rounded skill set. He's a productive pass catcher who takes advantage of his size to shield smaller defenders on jump balls. He's a really good high pointer and that combination of height, hands and leaping ability make him a matchup nightmare. Koziol is also a really effective blocker with strong inside hand placement and finishing power to drive defenders back. -- Tucker
What he brings to Houston: The Cougars were in contention for Koziol back in December when he first entered the portal and got their second chance this spring. This is an exciting pickup for new OC Slade Nagle and transfer QB Conner Weigman who should pair nicely with Tulsa transfer tight end Luke McGary . -- Olson
92. Pat Coogan , CTransferring from: Notre Dame | Transferring to: Indiana Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-5 | WT: 310 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Coogan started all 13 games for Notre Dame at left guard in 2023, then moved inside and earned 13 starts at center during the program's run to the CFP National Championship game against Ohio State. He surrendered just two sacks over those two seasons, according to ESPN Research, but decided to move on as a grad transfer. -- Olson
What he brings to Indiana: The Hoosiers know exactly what they're getting in Coogan after going up against him in their first-round CFP matchup. He'll step right in for four-year starter Mike Katic at center and help anchor a line that got a big boost via the portal with Kahlil Benson rejoining the program after a year at Colorado and Zen Michalski transferring in from Ohio State. -- Olson
93. Rocco Spindler , OGTransferring from: Notre Dame | Transferring to: Nebraska Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-5 | WT: 325 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Spindler earned a starting role with the Fighting Irish in 2023 as their right guard and made 10 starts before going down with a season-ending knee injury. He fought hard to recover and regain his spot, starting 13 games for the Irish on their run to the national title game. -- Olson
What he brings to Nebraska: Spindler and Coogan were worth a lot on the open market at the end of their CFP run. For the Huskers, Spindler brings invaluable experience and leadership to a unit that needed to replace two senior starters this offseason. Spindler and Alabama transfer Elijah Pritchett should help solidify that situation and are big assets for a team trying to build around a rising sophomore QB in Dylan Raiola. -- Olson
94. Clev Lubin , OLBTransferring from: Coastal Carolina | Transferring to: Louisville Seasons remaining: 2
HT: 6-3 | WT: 250 | Class: Redshirt sophomore
Background: Coastal Carolina found a real gem from the junior college ranks in Lubin. He spent his freshman season at Army before a stint at Iowa Western Community College, where he racked up 23.5 tackles for loss in 2023 and earned junior college All-America honors. Lubin put together another disruptive year for the Chanticleers in 2024 with 44 tackles, 12 TFLs, 9.5 sacks and 3 forced fumbles while producing the best pressure rate (17.2%) among all Sun Belt defenders, according to ESPN Research. Lubin hit the portal after earning first-team All-Sun Belt recognition. -- Olson
Scout's take: Lubin is an explosive edge rusher and will be one of the more disruptive defenders in this portal cycle. He generates excellent speed to power to beat blockers with strength but can also win with bend and great close at the edge. He has strong, active hands to stay clean and finishes ball carriers with power. He's not the biggest when it comes to anchoring the run but you can't look past his playmaking skills and natural get-off. -- Tucker
What he brings to Louisville: Lubin should be an ideal fit for the "Leo" hybrid end/linebacker spot in the Cardinals' defense and gets a big opportunity to prove he can be a disruptor against Power 4 competition. He could be one of the great steals of Louisville's portal class. -- Olson
95. DeVonta Smith , STransferring from: Alabama | Transferring to: Notre Dame Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 5-11 | WT: 192 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Smith waited his turn and finally earned a starting role in his fourth season at Alabama, taking over the starting nickel role and recording 30 tackles, five pass breakups and one forced fumble. The grad transfer saw more playing time on special teams than on defense under former coach Nick Saban but proved he could make an impact with 11 starts in 2024. -- Olson
What he brings to Notre Dame: The Fighting Irish have had excellent luck when it comes to recruiting veteran nickel corners out of the portal withThomas Harper and Jordan Clark . They're counting on Smith to continue that tradition. The Cincinnati native will get to play closer to home for his final season and play for a coaching staff that he knows well dating back to his high school recruitment. -- Olson
96. Bernard Gooden , DTTransferring from: USF | Transferring to: LSU Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-1 | WT: 280 | Class: Senior
Background: Gooden doesn't have the career résumé of most of these top transfers, but he put more than enough on tape in 2024 to merit strong demand this spring. Gooden played a rotational role as a redshirt freshman at Wake Forest in 2022 before transferring to USF and sitting out the 2023 season. He achieved his breakout season with the Bulls last year, earning 11 starts and producing 27 pressures, 10 TFLs and 1.5 sacks to garner honorable mention All-AAC recognition. According to ESPN Research, Gooden's 21 interior pressures ranked second among all G5 defensive linemen. -- Olson
Scout's take: Gooden is an undersized La'Roi Glover -type of defensive tackle. He's at his best as a shade or a one technique, disruptive up-the-field penetrator. He's the type of player who can be a handful one-on-one. He's never going to be a true two gap, consistent run-stuffer due to his lack of height and weight, but Gooden can be a problem if you leave him alone on an island. He has strong hands to shed and escape and is active down the line of scrimmage with quickness. One of the better undersized defensive tackles in the portal. -- Luginbill
What he brings to LSU: The Tigers' coaching staff was interested in adding a defensive tackle in the spring portal window if they could find a difference-maker. They moved quickly to land Gooden and have bolstered their competitive depth at that spot by landing him and Texas transfer Sydir Mitchell . If Jacobian Guillory can come back strong from the season-ending torn Achilles he suffered last year, the Tigers should be just fine here with a defensive front that has improved considerably thanks to portal pickups. -- Olson
97. Tre Williams , DTTransferring from: Clemson | Transferring to: Michigan Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-2 | WT: 315 | Class: Redshirt senior
Background: Williams played in 44 games over his five seasons at Clemson, but injuries prevented him from breaking through as a full-time starter. He played a career-high 292 snaps for the Tigers' defensive front in 2024 and has recorded 42 tackles and 10 TFLs over his career. He was granted an extra season of eligibility after taking a medical redshirt in 2023 due to a shoulder injury. -- Olson
What he brings to Michigan: If he can stay healthy, Williams could be a sneaky good get for the Wolverines as a veteran presence at defensive tackle for a unit that's trying to replace the production of first-round picks Mason Graham andKenneth Grant in the middle of its front. -- Olson
98. Alex Wollschlaeger , OTTransferring from: Bowling Green | Transferring to: Kentucky Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-7 | WT: 305 | Class: Redshirt senior
Background: The massive right tackle started 39 games for the Falcons and developed into a first-team All-MAC selection in 2024. He surrendered two sacks on 401 snaps in pass protection, according to ESPN Research, and has logged more than 2,300 snaps over his five-year career. -- Olson
What he brings to Kentucky: The Wildcats faced some serious competition for Wollschlaeger but got him locked up on an official visit. He'll be a plug-and-play starter who replaces Gerald Mincey at right tackle and makes his new team better as it counts on several transfers to start up front in 2025. -- Olson
99. Kendal Daniels , LBTransferring from: Oklahoma State | Transferring to: Oklahoma Seasons remaining: 1
HT: 6-5 | WT: 239 | Class: Redshirt junior
Background: Daniels, a former ESPN 300 recruit and the highest-rated signee of Oklahoma State's 2021 class, earned Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year honors at safety in 2022 and developed into a three-year starter for the Cowboys. His size makes him a unique piece on defense and Daniels has been productive in a variety of roles, with 240 tackles, 22.5 TFLs, 7.5 sacks, 13 pass breakups and 5 interceptions over his career. -- Olson
What he brings to Oklahoma: Brent Venables and his defensive coaches are going to have a lot of fun with Daniels this fall, and he could play a role similar to the one Isaiah Simmons had under Venables at Clemson. His combination of length, athleticism and experience will give him an opportunity to move around in this defense and shine in multiple spots. -- Olson
100. Gio Lopez , QBTransferring from: South Alabama | Transferring to: North Carolina Seasons remaining: 3
HT: 6-0 | WT: 220 | Class: Redshirt freshman
Background: Lopez emerged as one of the most exciting young quarterbacks at the Group of 5 level in 2024, taking over as the Jaguars' starter and putting together a breakout year with 2,559 passing yards, 463 rushing yards, 25 total touchdowns and 7 turnovers for a 7-6 squad. The talented lefty was a top-25 FBS quarterback in total offense and ranked third in the Sun Belt in QBR (72.7) and yards per attempt (8.2). Lopez was rumored to be considering a transfer in December after receiving serious Power 4 interest, but he ended up waiting until after spring practice to make his move. -- Olson
Scout's take: Lopez is a crafty, riverboat gambler in the mold of Dillon Gabriel . Lopez is not your prototypical drop-back passer, but when he's on and in rhythm, he can distribute the ball and move the chains. He's like a point guard playing quarterback. He's also a fairly dynamic athlete who can create on his own and make plays when the initial call breaks down. He can also be used as a designated runner, which puts a lot of pressure on opposing defenses. There are times he can be streaky and must continue to display consistent accuracy and production, but he's got some moxie. -- Luginbill
What he brings to North Carolina: Lopez to North Carolina was pretty much a done deal as soon as he hit the portal. The Tar Heels were clearly going to be in the market for a QB this spring with few experienced options on the roster beyond Max Johnson , who is rehabbing from a broken leg. New coach Bill Belichick and his staff are trusting the young QB is ready to make the move up and will catch up quickly this summer. Lopez will have to earn it, but he'll be the favorite to win the starting job entering preseason camp. -- Olson
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