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Derek Stevens
February 1, 2026
The transfer portal has become as important as traditional recruiting in college football. Star players are finding new homes, creating dramatic roster transformations across the sport.
Immediate eligibility rules have made transferring more attractive to players seeking better opportunities. Programs must now retain talent while strategically adding transfers to fill roster needs.
Some transfers are seeking playing time while others follow coaches to new programs. The portal has created unprecedented roster mobility that continues evolving college football's competitive landscape.