The formal period for college football player transfers has commenced.
A unique level of player migration is anticipated, given that only a single transfer window exists before the upcoming season, spanning January 2nd through 16th. Numerous signal-callers nationwide have previously indicated their plans to join the transfer registry or stated their search for a different academic and athletic institution.
Among these athletes, former University of Florida quarterback DJ Lagway, despite verbally pledging to Baylor on Thursday, is said to be engaged in discussions with other institutions. Ole Miss is reportedly among the interested parties.
A clearer situation has emerged regarding Washington’s quarterback Demond Williams, who declared his intent to remain at the university just two days after attempting to enter the transfer system. His decision to stay with UW resolved a tumultuous period of several days.
Additional quarterbacks either currently listed in the transfer system or having already moved include: Sam Leavitt (previously with Arizona State), Dylan Raiola (Nebraska), and Drew Mestemaker (moving from North Texas to Oklahoma State), each of whom is expected to secure substantial financial compensation from their new affiliations.
We will monitor all prominent individuals switching institutions in the following section as collegiate football gears up for its most extensive transfer period to date. The transfer window will conclude on January 16th.
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Yahoo Sports Staff
It was rumored that erstwhile Florida signal-caller DJ Lagway had committed to Baylor; however, he has not yet formalized an agreement and intends to make further campus visits, as reported by Pete Thamel of ESPN.
Ole Miss is reportedly showing interest following the denial of Trinidad Chambliss’s request for an additional year of eligibility with their team.
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Ohio State is said to be retaining their emerging star tailback, Bo Jackson, who was speculated to be considering the transfer market after a successful debut season.
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Defensive back DJ McKinney competed for two seasons with Colorado, following his preceding two years at Oklahoma State. Throughout his collegiate career, he has amassed 135 stops, 18 deflections, and 4 interceptions.
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Tarohn Finley
Auburn’s departing player Cam Coleman could potentially represent an opposing squad in the upcoming Iron Bowl. Coleman is scheduled to visit Alabama this Friday, as per On3’s Pete Nakos.
Last season, Coleman recorded 56 receptions for 708 yards and 5 scores. Texas Tech, Texas, Texas A&M, and Alabama are reportedly the primary teams vying for Coleman’s commitment.
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Tarohn Finley
Defensive lineman Jonah Lea’ea, transferring from Utah, is set to reunite with head coach Kyle Whittingham and pass rusher John Henry Daley at Michigan, as reported by On3’s Hayes Fawcett.
During the previous season, Lea’ea began all 12 league contests, accumulating 38 tackles, one quarterback takedown, and one forced turnover.
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Nick Bromberg
Auburn is currently seeing the departure of its two primary wideouts from the 2025 roster.
As Cam Coleman explores options for a new squad, Eric Singleton Jr., the team’s top pass-catcher, has now entered the transfer system. In 2025, Singleton led the team with 58 receptions for 534 receiving yards and three scores.
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Michigan is expected to miss one of its prominent running backs next season, as Justice Haynes intends to join the transfer registry.
The third-year player participated for just a single season in Ann Arbor, yet achieved an average of 7.1 yards per rush, accumulating 857 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns in 2025. He had previously been with Alabama for two years.
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Nick Bromberg
Tre Richardson from Vanderbilt is moving to a northern institution, having committed to Louisville, as reported by On3.
Louisville will mark Richardson’s fourth collegiate affiliation. He spent a year in junior college, followed by a season in Division II, before transferring to Vandy. In 2025, he secured 46 receptions for 806 receiving yards and seven touchdowns for the Commodores.
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Nick Bromberg
Ross held the ranking of the 20th best recruit in the 2024 class. In 2025, he achieved 3.5 tackles resulting in lost yardage and 1.5 quarterback sacks.
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Nick Bromberg
Previous Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt is expected to extend his visits soon with a trip to Miami, according to On3.
Leavitt has already toured LSU, Tennessee, and various other programs, establishing himself as the premier available transfer quarterback.
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Andy Backstrom
Husan Longstreet, a five-star true freshman quarterback from USC, ranked as the fourth-best signal-caller in the 2025 class by Rivals, declared on Thursday his intention to enter the transfer registry.
During the current season, Longstreet was a backup to Jayden Maiava, who is slated to return for the 2026 season.
The athlete, originally from Corona, California, participated in four contests, successfully completing 13 out of 15 passes for 103 yards and one touchdown. He also added two rushing scores and 76 yards on 11 attempts. Prior to changing his commitment to USC while attending Centennial High School, he had initially pledged to Texas A&M.
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Jacarrius Peak, an offensive tackle previously with NC State, is pledging to South Carolina, having been a starter for the Wolfpack over the past two seasons.
Peak holds the sixth-highest overall ranking in On3’s transfer portal evaluations and is considered the leading offensive lineman available. He possesses one year of collegiate eligibility left.
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The quarterback is expected to honor his initial agreement, as stated by Pete Nakos of On3. This agreement was reportedly valued at approximately $4 million for the forthcoming season.
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Following several days of contention involving the quarterback who secured a multi-million dollar pact with UW and subsequently attempted to enter the transfer system, he confirmed via Instagram that he will indeed be playing for the Huskies.
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Kyle Whittingham will continue to mentor John Henry Daley following his transfer to Michigan, representing a significant acquisition for the Wolverines.
The pass rusher from Utah was among the nation’s top performers, ranking tied for sixth with 11.5 quarterback takedowns, and additionally registered 48 stops and 2 forced turnovers in a remarkable season.
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Subsequent to his effort to join the transfer registry, Pete Nakos of On3 indicates that the quarterback has re-engaged in discussions with UW and might ultimately choose to stay.
This development occurred on the same day Williams’ representative stated an end to their client-agent relationship with the quarterback.
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Hasselbeck did not participate in gameplay during his inaugural year as a freshman at UCLA this recently concluded season.
The offspring of erstwhile Packers/Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck is relocating nationally to Appalachian State.
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Adams is set to join Wisconsin, as reported by Pete Thamel of ESPN.
He retains three seasons of eligibility after being a redshirt in 2024 and making brief appearances in six contests during the most recent season.
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Tyler Thompson is transferring to Louisville, as reported by On3, following a three-year tenure at North Carolina. He accumulated 26 stops, 7 quarterback takedowns, and 8 tackles for lost yardage across 10 games in the recently concluded season.
This marked his most impactful season by a considerable margin during his time with UNC.
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Crimson Tide wideout Isaiah Horton is expected to join the transfer registry, according to On3.
The third-year player registered 42 receptions for 511 yards and 8 touchdowns for Alabama this season, which was his debut year with the team after playing his first three collegiate years at Miami. During his most successful season with the Hurricanes, he achieved 56 receptions for 616 yards and 5 touchdowns.
He retains one remaining year of eligibility.