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1. WR/TE DUCE ROBINSON
Times are going to be tough USC. Robinson entering the portal comes as a surprise considering how his career has blossomed this season. The former five-star prospect from the Class of 2023 had 23 catches for 396 yards and five touchdowns this season. Robinson is expected to take a close look State of Arizona, State of Florida (his father’s alma mater), Texas A&M And North Carolina.
2. QB BEAU PRIBULA
It may not be a complete shock that Pribula is passing, but the timing has caught many people off guard. However, Pribula has played in almost every game over the past two seasons Drew Allar‘s strong grip on the starting role. His immediate departure Penn State eliminates a key dimension of its offense as the Nittany Lions prepare for their playoff game against SMU.
3. DB DILLON THIENEMAN
Even if he doesn’t leave the Big Ten, Purdue Losing Thieneman is a huge blow. He is currently the highest-ranked defensive back in the transfer portal rankings and should be given a starting role Oregon next season. Thieneman was named a freshman All-American and second-team All-Big Ten in 2023. He was also named the FWAA Defensive Freshman of the Year.
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4. WR MAX CLEAR
Purdue’s rough season may have overshadowed Klare’s impressive year, but teams are very excited about his potential now that he is in the transfer portal. In a breakout redshirt sophomore season, Klare posted 51 catches (third most in the Big Ten) for 684 yards (second most in the Big Ten) and four touchdowns (third most in the Big Ten). Texas A&M Michigan And Louisville are the teams to watch in his recruitment.
5. DL WILL HOLD
Heldt had a breakthrough in the second season and is already one of the most coveted transfer prospects this cycle. According to PFF, he posted 26 quarterback pressures and six sacks this season. Purdue is really going to miss his presence on the defensive front next season. So far, the teams to watch him are ClemsonTexas A&M and LSU.
6. DL COLE BREVARD
Brevard was a fixture in the middle of the Purdue defense last season and those types of defensive tackles are not easy to find. Texas prioritized adding defensive tackles during the transfer portal and Brevard was a great fit. Replacing Brevard won’t be easy for the new Purdue head coach Barry Odom and his staff. Expect the Boilermakers to use the transfer portal to replace Brevard and their other losses.
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7. LB PRINCEWILL UMANMIELEN
This one stings Nebraska. Umanmielen was a key reserve for the Cornhuskers and would likely step into a starting role next season. Instead, he replaces his older brother, Princelybee Ole ma’am. The Cornhuskers were able to land former five-stars Williams Nwaneri to help replace what they lost in Umanmielen.
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8. OL JOSH THOMPSON
Thompson was one of the few bright spots during Northwest‘s difficult season. The former three-star from the Class of 2021 blossomed into one of the best guards in the Big Ten. Thompson has plenty of options now that he is in the transfer portal. State of Michigan, Chestnut brown, State of Ohio, Tennessee And South Carolina are just some of the programs in the running to deliver on its commitment.
9. DB THERAN JOHNSON
Northwestern will really feel this loss, especially since Johnson isn’t leaving the Big Ten. Johnson has one year of eligibility remaining, but during his time with the Wildcats he became known as one of the best cornerbacks in the Big Ten. According to PFF, the second-team All-Big Ten selection had two interceptions and eight pass breakups this season. Johnson is expected to play a key role in Oregon’s defense next season.
10. WR J. MICHAEL STURDIVANT
UCLA needs to become more explosive on offense, but losing a receiver like Sturdivant won’t help. The 6-foot-1, 205-pound receiver was one of the best options the Bruins had on the outside. Now he’s headed to the transfer portal, leaving UCLA with few options that could lead to big action on the field. Georgia is expected to receive Sturdivant this week.
