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ASU Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) scrambles out of the backfield against the Houston Cougars at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Oct. 25, 2025.

Four different college football programs have been connected to a quarterback in the transfer portal with a 'do not contact' tag.

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Four different college football programs have been connected to a quarterback in the transfer portal with a 'do not contact' tag.

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Oct 25, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack running back Hollywood Smothers (3) runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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A running back in the transfer portal has been connected with three Power Four football programs that made the College Football Playoff.

Nov 29, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback Brendan Sorsby (2) warms up before the game against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Three Power Four college football programs are being connected with the highest rated quarterback in the NCAA transfer portal.

Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; UNLV Rebels quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) celebrates after his touchdown in the third quarter against the Colorado State Rams at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium.

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UNLV quarterback Anthony Colandrea is on the move after a breakout year, with Tennessee and Florida State reportedly emerging as potential landing spots.

Sep 20, 2025; West Point, New York, USA; North Texas Mean Green running back Caleb Hawkins (24) runs for a touchdown against the Army Black Knights during the second half at Michie Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images

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A running back has been connected with three major college football programs after entering the NCAA transfer portal.

Annapolis, Maryland, USA; South Florida Bulls quarterback Byrum Brown (17) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Navy Midshipmen during the second half at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Navy Midshipmen defeated South Florida Bulls 41-28.

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Byrum Brown accounted for over 4,000 yards at South Florida and is now entering the transfer portal, with Auburn and Texas Tech emerging as top fits.

Jacksonville State Gamecocks running back Cam Cook (4) warms up as Troy Trojans take on Jacksonville State Gamecocks during the IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Ala. on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025.

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The leading rusher in college football is visiting a Power Four college football program following his entry in the NCAA transfer portal.

Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback Brendan Sorsby walks off the field after defeating the Baylor Bears at Nippert Stadium.

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Former Cincinnati QB Brendan Sorsby enters the transfer portal as Texas Tech and LSU go head-to-head in one of college football’s most intriguing quarterback races.

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) against the Houston Cougars in the second half at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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A major college football quarterback has entered the NCAA transfer portal with a 'do not contact' tag.

Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) warms up before the game against the Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium.

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As the transfer portal opens, early reports indicate the No. 1-ranked quarterback Sam Leavitt is being pursued by Miami, Oregon, and LSU.

Dec 31, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) rushes with the ball for a touchdown against the Michigan Wolverines during the second half at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

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A quarterback at a major college football program has been projected to win the Heisman Trophy in 2026.

UAB Blazers wide receiver Iverson Hooks (0) runs after a first quarter catch against the Navy Midshipmen for a touchdown at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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UAB wide receiver Iverson Hooks has scheduled a handful of visits.

ESPN college football analyst Paul Finebaum criticized this program following a devastating loss in the College Football Playoff.

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ESPN's Paul Finebaum says the Alabama Crimson Tide are 'in shambles' after a 38-3 loss to the Indiana Hoosiers in the Rose Bowl. The college football analyst questions if head coach Kalen DeBoer can win a national championship.

Dec 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; North Texas Mean Green quarterback Drew Mestemaker (17) scrambles out the pocket against the Tulane Green Wave during the first half in the 2025 American Championship at Yulman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Three college football programs are in the mix to land the leading passer out of the transfer portal.

Jacksonville State Gamecocks defensive lineman Talan Carter (92) and wide receiver Deondre Johnson (11) celebrate victory as Troy Trojans take on Jacksonville State Gamecocks during the IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Ala. on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. Jacksonville State Gamecocks defeated Troy Trojans 17-13.

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All-Conference DT sets transfer visits to two major college football programs

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A fan-favorite known for his creative face paint will be one of the most experienced defenders on a College Football Playoff team next season.

Dec 6, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) looks on during the first quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the 2025 SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Sugar Bowl brings a clash of styles with Georgia's physicality and Ole Miss' ability to play in space on offense. Some of the top matchups draft wise will feature

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Kirk Herbstreit couldn't really believe what he was seeing as the Rose Bowl game unfolded, and wondered if a historic college football program may have damaged its reputation.

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway (2) waits to walk from the busses during Gator walk before an NCAA football game against Tennessee at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL-

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Former Florida quarterback DJ Lagway is in the transfer portal, with Stanford and Florida State emerging as unexpected contenders for the $2 million passer.

Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Tawfiq Byard (7) celebrates his interception in the fourth quarter against the Iowa State Cyclones at Folsom Field.

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Colorado safety Tawfiq Byard is quickly emerging as a sought-after transfer portal target, with Ohio State, Oregon, Penn State, and Texas A&M linked.

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College football fans are mocking the Pac-12's celebration of its new conference members.

Nov 15, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian and team gesture after the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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A Power Four college football program has inserted itself in the race to land the top-rated player in the NCAA transfer portal.

Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Mountain America Stadium.

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As the transfer portal opens, Oregon and LSU are generating the most buzz for the No. 1 quarterback on the market, Arizona State's Sam Leavitt.

Dallas, TX, USA; North Texas Mean Green quarterback Drew Mestemaker (17) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Texas State Bobcats at Gerald J. Ford Stadium.

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After leading the FBS in passing, North Texas quarterback Drew Mestemaker is entering the transfer portal, with Miami and Oklahoma State emerging as top fits.

Miami quarterback Carson Beck (11) and the Hurricanes won against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal, 24-14.

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College football fans claim the season is "scripted" after the Miami Hurricanes defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes. Social media users believe the bracket is rigged to set up quarterback Carson Beck against the Georgia Bulldogs in the CFP semifinals.