The NCAA Transfer Portal has seen a significant influx of college football players since the start of 2026. Many talented athletes have already chosen their new teams, reshaping the landscape for the upcoming season. Daily Kiran presents a ranking of the top 25 committed players from the portal so far.
Quarterbacks Leading the Transfer Wave
At the forefront is quarterback Sam Leavitt, who transferred from Arizona State to LSU. Leavitt, a redshirt sophomore, completed 145 of 239 passes for 1,628 yards, with 10 touchdowns and three interceptions last season before undergoing season-ending foot surgery. He also contributed significantly on the ground with 306 rushing yards and five touchdowns. With two years of eligibility left, Leavitt is expected to be a key player for LSU under Lane Kiffin’s guidance.
Another notable quarterback is Brendan Sorsby, who has committed to Texas Tech. In 2025, Sorsby passed for 2,800 yards and 27 touchdowns, while rushing for 580 yards and nine touchdowns. His dual-threat capability makes him a valuable addition to Texas Tech’s roster.
Impactful Offensive and Defensive Players Changing Teams
Wide receiver Coleman, a highly rated recruit originally from Auburn, has moved to Texas. Despite Auburn’s struggles in the passing game, Coleman recorded 84 receptions for 1,215 yards and 12 touchdowns over two seasons. Meanwhile, linebacker Daley, now at Michigan, led the FBS in tackles for loss before an injury ended his season. He finished with 48 tackles, 17.5 tackles for loss, and 11.5 sacks, ranking second nationally in sacks.
Running back Caleb Hawkins also transferred from North Texas to Oklahoma State, following his quarterback. Hawkins had a breakout season with 1,236 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns, playing a major role in North Texas’s 11-2 record.
Defensive Standouts and Other Key Transfers
Defender Mateen Ibirogba, who recently completed his redshirt junior season, committed to the Red Raiders after recording 21 tackles and 3.5 tackles for loss in 12 games. At USF, quarterback Brown has played 35 games, posting impressive stats including 61 passing touchdowns and 31 rushing touchdowns, and now joins Auburn.
Cornerback Williams, a top-ranked transfer prospect recovering from a knee injury, committed to USC. He earned second-team All-Big 12 honors in 2024 and recorded 15 tackles and an interception in 2025 before his injury.
Other notable transfers include:
Josh Hoover (TCU to Indiana), Rasheem Biles (Pittsburgh to Texas), Dylan Raiola (Nebraska to Oregon), Omarion Miller (Colorado to Arizona State), Lance Heard (Tennessee to Kentucky), Carius Curne (LSU to Ole Miss), Nick Marsh (Michigan State to Indiana), Benjamin Brahmer (Iowa State to Penn State), Coleton Price (Baylor to Kentucky), Eric Singleton Jr. (Auburn to Florida), Hollywood Smothers (NC State to Texas), Rocco Becht (Iowa State to Penn State), Terrell Anderson (NC State to USC), Deuce Knight (Auburn to Ole Miss), and DJ Lagway (Florida to Baylor).
This dynamic movement of talent through the NCAA Transfer Portal is set to impact college football significantly in the coming seasons, with many teams gaining skilled players ready to make an immediate difference.
My name is Bhupendra Singh Chundawat. I am an experienced content writer with several years of expertise in the field. Currently, I contribute to Daily Kiran, creating engaging and informative content across a variety of categories including technology, health, travel, education, and automobiles. My goal is to deliver accurate, insightful, and captivating information through my words to help readers stay informed and empowered.
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