Top 10 Players Who Entered & Committed in the CFB Transfer Portal on Friday

10) S Jamison Kelly, Indiana

Jamison Kelly spent two seasons at Louisiana Tech, struggling to find playing time. The defensive back transferred to Indiana, believing a fit with the Hoosiers could be the place for him to earn playing time. Unfortunately, Kelly saw minimal opportunities at IU and hit the portal.

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2) CB Marcellus Barnes Jr. (Syrcause -> SMU)

Marcellus Barnes Jr. entered the portal and quickly became a top-available defender. The versatile corner took no time to garner interest from top teams after spending the 2024 season at Syracuse. Now, he lands with SMU.

3) LB Justin Okoronkwo (Alabama -> South Carolina)

Justin Okoronkwo spent his redshirt freshman season at Alabama, showing flashes of how impactful he can be on defense. The Germany native entered the transfer portal after only accounting for 14 total tackles in his minimal role with the Crimson Tide. Despite his limited role, Kalen DeBoer and company did everything they could to keep the speedy linebacker in Tuscaloosa. Still, Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks ultimately presented him with a better opportunity for 2025.

4) S Justin Harrington (Washington -> West Virginia)

Justin Harrington spent two seasons at Oklahoma where he showed flashes of his potential. Looking for a more prominent role, the safety transferred to Washington. However, after more of the same struggles, the defender entered the portal again, joining West Virginia ahead of next season.

5) CB Keionte Scott (Auburn -> Houston)

Keionte Scott spent three seasons at Auburn, showing glimpses of how impactful he can be in the secondary. However, after two solid seasons with the Tigers, the cornerback saw a decline in opportunity in Year 3, which led to his decision to enter the portal. Now, he lands in Houston.

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6) TE Leo Blackburn, (Georgia Tech -> Georgia State)

Leo Blackburn has spent two seasons at Georgia Tech, where he struggled to make an impact for the Yellow Jackets. Following his second season with the ACC squad, the six-foot-five pass catcher entered the transfer portal, where he planned to begin his next journey as a tight end. He'll get the opportunity to show that the position change could be the boost he needs for his career at Georgia State.

7) QB Michael Merdinger (North Carolina -> Liberty) 

Michael Merdinger committed to North Carolina out of high school, where he hoped to compete for the starting job in the near future. However, after a head coach change for the Tar Heels, the quarterback felt a change of scenery was needed. Now, he lands at Liberty where he has a solid chance to compete for the starting role under center.

8) WR Ayden Williams (Ole Miss -> Mississippi State)

Ayden Williams committed to Ole Miss out of high school as a top recruit in his class. In two seasons with the Rebels, the six-foot-three wideout struggled to carve out a sizable role in the team's offense. As a result, the Mississippi native opted to hit the portal, where he found a spot with the Rebels' in-state rivals, the Mississippi State Bulldogs.

9) WR Tailique Williams (Georgia State -> Western Michigan)

Tailique Williams entered 2024 with high expectations after a breakout season in his third year with the Panthers. However, after only reeling in 16 receptions for 165 yards, the wideout entered the portal and considered his remaining eligibility options. Landing at Western Michigan, the Georgia native will have a chance to prove he has the tools to succeed in an offense.

10) S Jamison Kelly, Indiana

Jamison Kelly spent two seasons at Louisiana Tech, struggling to find playing time. The defensive back transferred to Indiana, believing a fit with the Hoosiers could be the place for him to earn playing time. Unfortunately, Kelly saw minimal opportunities at IU and hit the portal.

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