Who Are the Top 19 Grad Transfers in the CFB Transfer Portal?

Choe Bryant-Strother, UCLA

Choe Bryant-Strother has spent three seasons with UCLA. The linebacker has struggled to make his mark in the Bruins' defense each year. However, the Georgia native hopes to land with a program that allows him to do just that. At six-foot-three, Bryant-Strother has the size and athleticism to be a good defender; he just has to put it all together.

Kardell Thomas, Florida A&M

Kardell Thomas initially started his collegiate journey at LSU before making a transition to Florida A&M. As a former Top-100 recruit, he has demonstrated his capabilities as a dependable offensive lineman during his time on the field. Following a commendable season with the Rattlers, Thomas, now an interior lineman, enters the transfer portal in pursuit of one final college football season.

Rian Davis, UCF

Rian Davis made a move to UCF after experiencing limited playing time during his tenure at Georgia. Despite his transfer, his performance with the Knights fell short of expectations. Now, seeking a new opportunity to enhance his productivity, Davis enters the portal once more. With his skills as a linebacker, he could serve as a valuable depth addition for numerous programs.

Kay'Ron Lynch-Adams, UMass

Kay’Ron Lynch-Adams boasts a five-season collegiate football career, with three seasons spent with the UMass Minutemen. In 2023, he achieved a career milestone with an impressive rushing total of 1,157 yards and 12 touchdowns. As an Ohio native, Lynch-Adams now seeks to demonstrate his ability to replicate such success against tougher opponents, aiming to prove his mettle against more challenging competition.

Philip Blidi, Indiana

Philip Blidi completed three seasons with Texas Tech before making the move to Indiana ahead of the 2023 season. During his single year with the Hoosiers, Blidi emerged as a dependable defensive player, showcasing significant development. Now, as he enters the transfer portal, Blidi stands out as a potential top choice for numerous teams seeking to bolster their roster depth.

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Kyle Ford, UCLA

Kyle Ford committed USC as a highly-touted five-star prospect from high school, but he has struggled to fulfill his potential thus far. Disappointed with his performance at USC, the wide receiver decided to transfer to UCLA, aiming for a fresh beginning while staying in his home state. However, his time with the Bruins proved to be even more challenging, as the six-foot-three receiver failed to improve his statistics. Now, as Ford enters the transfer portal once more, he faces what may be his final opportunity to showcase the talent that once garnered him significant recruitment attention.

Jordan van den Berg, Penn State

Jordan van den Berg played three seasons with Penn State, yet his contributions to the Nittany Lions have been limited. Despite this, the South African native may find an opportunity to excel with a smaller program. If placed in the appropriate system, this defensive tackle could finally have the platform to exhibit his true potential.

JaQues Evans, Western Kentucky

JaQues Evans has been a fixture at Western Kentucky for four years, showcasing his prowess as a linebacker. His standout performance occurred in 2022, where he amassed impressive statistics including 107 total tackles, nine sacks, and five pass deflections. Although he experienced a slight regression in 2023, Evans has demonstrated glimpses of his potential to be a dominant force on the defensive side of the ball. With the right fit, he has the capability to pose a significant challenge for opposing offenses.

Chad Lindberg, Georgia

Chad Lindberg, a reliable offensive lineman, has decided to enter the transfer portal after completing his collegiate journey at Georgia. As he seeks a new team for the 2024 season, Lindberg presents himself as a potential immediate starter wherever he lands.

Scott Elliott, Duke

Scott Elliott has opted to enter the transfer portal, presenting an opportunity for teams in need of immediate offensive line assistance. With several years of experience, the former Blue Devil brings versatility and seasoned expertise to his next team. Keep an eye on Elliott as he navigates through his transfer process.

Jack Bailey, Colorado

Jack Bailey spent last season in Colorado, blocking for Deion Sanders and his son, Shedeur Sanders. However, with the Buffaloes' offensive line constantly struggling last year, there’s no telling how much interest Bailey will attract. All teams constantly search for offensive line depth, and the former Buffalo will offer just that.

Billy Wiles, Southern Miss

Billy Wiles spent two seasons at Clemson before transferring to Southern Missi, where he got the chance to run his own offense. However, after a disappointing 11 touchdowns and seven interceptions, Wiles returns to the transfer portal. With the quarterback seeking a fresh start elsewhere, it’ll be interesting to see where the grad transfer lands.

Myles Jernigan, California

Myles Jernigan has spent four seasons at Cal, where he’s shown he can be a quality defender in the last two seasons. Looking for the opportunity to prove he has another step to take in his game, Jernigan hits the transfer portal, seeking a new home for what is likely his last season. 

Spencer Curtis, Nevada

Spencer Curtis started his college career at Oregon before transferring to Nevada in 2022. After three lackluster seasons at each stop, Curtis looks for one last chance to show he can play at the next level. Entering the portal, the wide receiver will be a name to monitor.

Jamoni Jones, New Mexico State

Jamoni Jones is yet another running back set to enter the portal. Jones hits the portal following his second straight season with the Aggies, hoping to find a larger role elsewhere. At six-foot-two, the running back has the size to pose a threat to opposing defenses if he can be put in a position to thrive.

Brandon Campbell, Houston

Brandon Campbell has had ups and downs at the collegiate level. After an underwhelming freshman season at USC, the running back transferred to Houston. In his first year with the Cougars, Campbell strung together a subpar season in 2022 with 435 rushing yards and four touchdowns. However, in 2023, the Houston native struggled yet again and had an even worse season than he did with the Trojans. Now, Campbell hopes to find a new home outside his hometown team.

Bill Norton, Arizona

Bill Norton began his journey at Georgia, struggling to see the field. After four seasons, the defensive lineman transferred to Arizona in 2023, where he had a career year with the Wildcats. Entering the portal yet again, the six-foot-six lineman could provide great depth to his next team.

Isaiah Raikes, USC

Isaiah Raikes spent four seasons at Texas A&M before transferring to USC earlier in the offseason. Now, the defensive lineman again hits the portal after months of being a Trojan. The New Jersey native has the talent to take a leap; he just has to find the program that allows him to do so. The search continues for Raikes.

Choe Bryant-Strother, UCLA

Choe Bryant-Strother has spent three seasons with UCLA. The linebacker has struggled to make his mark in the Bruins' defense each year. However, the Georgia native hopes to land with a program that allows him to do just that. At six-foot-three, Bryant-Strother has the size and athleticism to be a good defender; he just has to put it all together.