NCAAF · 1 month ago

Top 20 Players Available in the College Football Transfer Portal

John Canady

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20) CB Smith Snowden, Utah
Smith Snowden entered the 2025 season as a top corner in the nation following an impressive 2024 campaign. Although the versatile corner didn't take a step forward in 2025, the Utah native still proved to be a reliable player in coverage for the Utes' secondary. Following the change at head coach, Snowden enters the portal, where he'll have plenty of suitors to choose from.
1) QB Sam Leavitt, Arizona State
Sam Leavitt becomes arguably the top prospect in the transfer portal after announcing his decision to depart from Arizona State one season after leading the Sun Devils to a Big 12 Championship. In two seasons at ASU, Leavitt has totaled 44 touchdowns and only three interceptions, proving to be one of the best quarterbacks in the nation. Expect Leavitt to have an abundance of top contenders pursuing him with the chance to land a major NIL deal in the portal.

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2) WR Cam Coleman, Auburn
Cam Coleman immediately becomes the top player in the transfer portal after making his intent to split from Auburn clear. The former five-star has totaled 1,306 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns in two seasons with the Tigers, proving to be one of the lone bright spots for the struggling SEC squad. Coleman will have several contenders interested in his services, and with a robust market to choose from, expect the talented wideout to land a top NIL deal.
3) EDGE Chaz Coleman, Penn State
Chaz Coleman adds his name to the transfer portal after spending this past year as a true freshman at Penn State. The six-foot-four pass rusher racked up eight total tackles, one sack, a pass defense, and a forced fumble in a limited role with the Nittany Lions. Coleman will have an abundance of suitors to choose from on the market, but don't rule out a return to play under former head coach James Franklin.
4) EDGE Damon Wilson II, Missouri
Damon Wilson II originally committed to George as a five-star recruit out of high school, where he struggled to carve out a consistent role in the Bulldogs' stacked defense. Hoping a fresh start would allow him to prove how impactful he could be, the pass rusher transferred to Missouri ahead of the 2025 season. Using his lone season with the Tigers to boast career-highs across the board, including nine sacks on the season, Wilson finds himself back in the transfer portal with a chance to land on a contender.
5) OT Jacarrius Peak, NC State
Jaccarius Peak became not only one of the top offensive linemen in the transfer portal, but one of the top players available in the nation. The versatile lineman has emerged as a star at NC State, and he'll be a significant priority for several contending teams. Expect Peak to earn a solid payday on the market.
6) EDGE John Henry Daley, Utah
John Henry Daley becomes arguably the best edge rusher on the market after announcing his decision to enter the transfer portal following a career year at Utah, where he totaled 48 tackles, 11.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and a pass defense. The Utah native began his career at BYU and, after three seasons suiting up in his home state, Daley entered the transfer portal following the departure of former head coach Kyle Whittingham.
7) QB Demond Williams Jr., Washington
Demond Williams Jr. becomes one of the most interesting stories in the transfer portal after announcing his decision to leave Washington less than a week after signing a contract to return for the 2026 season. Following a breakout season, totaling 31 touchdowns (25 passing, six rushing) and only eight interceptions, the Huskies were set to make the dual-threat QB one of the highest-paid players in the nation. Now, Washington is prepared to take legal action in hopes of ensuring Williams plays on his contract, while the QB has his mind set on a major payday to leave the Huskies.
8) DL Mandrell Desir, Florida State
Mandrell Desir becomes one of the top available defenders in the transfer portal after announcing his decision to depart from Florida State. In his lone season with the Seminoles, the six-foot-four defensive lineman totaled 30 tackles, 6.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and a pass defense. Desir will be a priority target, and that's because he'll be an immediate impact player wherever he lands.
9) QB Dylan Raiola, Nebraska
Dylan Raiola's decision to enter the transfer portal comes just weeks after Nebraska fired offensive line coach Donovan Raiola, who is also the star quarterback's uncle. The writing was on the wall for the former five-star to depart from the program following the move, especially when factoring in the back-to-back lackluster seasons for the Cornhuskers through Raiola's first two years. The dynamic quarterback will have several suitors as he's a marquee name on the market.
10) S Koi Perich, Minnesota
Koi Perich announced his decision to enter the transfer portal and immediately became one of the top defenders available. After a monster season at Minnesota, totaling 82 tackles, two pass defenses, one sack, a forced fumble, and an interception, Perich will garner plenty of interest from teams looking to bolster their secondary. The defender has yet to rule out a return to the Golden Gophers, but in a world of NIL, Perich is testing his market.
11) LB Rasheem Biles, Pittsburgh
Rasheem Biles enters the transfer portal after proving to be one of the best defenders in the entire ACC conference over the last two seasons. The versatile linebacker put together a monster season at Pittsburgh in 2025, totaling 100 tackles, 4.5 sacks, four pass defenses, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles as a leader in the Panthers defense. Biles immediately becomes one of the top available defenders and will likely have several contenders in pursuit of him in the portal.
12) OT Lance Heard, Tennessee
Lance Heard enters the transfer portal, adding his name near the top of the list of talented offensive linemen in the transfer portal. After departing from Tennessee, the offensive tackle will quickly gain traction on the open market, especially as teams continue to treat the trenches as a premium position.
13) EDGE Wendell Gregory, Oklahoma State
Wendell Gregory enters the portal after impressing during his time with the Oklahoma State Cowboys this past season. The versatile linebacker showcased his pass-rushing ability, totaling 12 tackles for loss and four sacks throughout his 2025 campaign. Now, he heads to the portal.
14) WR Quincy Porter, Ohio State
Quincy Porter committed to Ohio State as a five-star recruit out of high school, hoping to become the next explosive wideout for the Buckeyes to develop. However, after the departure of wide receivers coach Brian Hartline, the dynamic receiver chose what's best for him and his future by entering the transfer portal. Porter will immediately become a coveted target in the portal, but a reunion with Hartline at South Florida can't be ruled out.
15) QB Deuce Knight, Auburn
Deuce Knight adds his name to the list of former five-star recruits set to enter the transfer portal following the head coaching change at Auburn. Knight served as a backup quarterback for the majority of the season, totaling 25 pass attempts, completing 17 for 259 yards and two touchdowns. In addition, the Mississippi native racked up 178 rushing yards and four touchdowns, proving his versatility as a dual-threat QB in his limited role. Expect Knight to draw plenty of interest on the open market with several contending teams looking to land the former top recruit.

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16) WR DeAndre Moore, Texas
DeAndre Moore enters the transfer portal, becoming one of the top wideouts available on the market after his second season at Texas. Coming off a career-year reeling in 38 receptions for 532 receiving yards and four touchdowns, the six-foot pass catcher will have an abundance of suitors willing to hand Moore a sizable role and lucrative NIL deal in the transfer portal.
17) EDGE Darryll Desir, Florida State
Darryll Desir, the brother of Mandrell Desir, also announced his decision to enter the transfer portal following one season at Florida State. In his lone season with the Seminoles, the Florida native totaled 23 tackles and a sack. Between his size, potential, and years of eligibility remaining, Desir will be a top target for teams looking to bolster their pass rush. However, FSU's recent efforts to retain the twins could keep them in Tallahassee.
18) TE Luke Reynolds, Penn State
Luke Reynolds committed to Penn State as a top recruit out of high school. Across two seasons with the Nittany Lions, he's struggled to carve out a large enough role to prove why. Following the turnover at the head coach position, the six-foot-four pass catcher enters the portal looking to prove his versatility by way of a fresh start. Expect Reynolds to have a robust market in the portal.
19) DL James Smith, Alabama
James Smith has spent the last three seasons at Alabama, where he committed as a top prospect in the 2023 class. Following a career year, totaling 26 tackles, 2.5 sacks, and a pass defense, the defensive lineman will have plenty of interest as teams look to bolster their defensive line.
20) CB Smith Snowden, Utah
Smith Snowden entered the 2025 season as a top corner in the nation following an impressive 2024 campaign. Although the versatile corner didn't take a step forward in 2025, the Utah native still proved to be a reliable player in coverage for the Utes' secondary. Following the change at head coach, Snowden enters the portal, where he'll have plenty of suitors to choose from.
1) QB Sam Leavitt, Arizona State
Sam Leavitt becomes arguably the top prospect in the transfer portal after announcing his decision to depart from Arizona State one season after leading the Sun Devils to a Big 12 Championship. In two seasons at ASU, Leavitt has totaled 44 touchdowns and only three interceptions, proving to be one of the best quarterbacks in the nation. Expect Leavitt to have an abundance of top contenders pursuing him with the chance to land a major NIL deal in the portal.

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