Starting quarterback Will Rogers is in the transfer portal as Mississippi State overhauls the program following Zach Arnett’s firing. Rogers’ backups, Mike Wright and Chris Parson, combined for three passing touchdowns against six interceptions this season. The decommitment of 2024 quarterback commit Josh Flowers further heightens the Bulldogs’ need for a transfer quarterback this offseason. The hiring of an offensive-minded coach in Jeff Lebby makes Mississippi State a more attractive destination than it was this time last year.
Starting quarterback Tyler Van Dyke entered the transfer portal last week, leaving sophomore Jaccuri Brown and freshman Emory Williams as the most experienced signal-callers on the Hurricanes’ roster.
“Miami lost Tyler Van Dyke to the transfer portal but has two young signal-callers with some experience on the roster in Jaccuri Brown and Emory Williams,” Brewster said. “The Hurricanes and Mario Cristobal face a make-or-break season in 2024 and need a top-tier quarterback to lead them. Cam Ward, Will Howard, Dante Moore, and Kyle McCord have been mentioned by some as possibilities for the ‘Canes.”
Sam Hartman’s college career is over, and there’s not much experience behind him in the Fighting Irish’s quarterback room. Notre Dame sits No. 9 in the nation in scoring offense under first-year offensive coordinator Gerad Parker but has faced an exodus at wide receiver. The Irish need an elite quarterback to elevate the unit and are in a good position to add one of the portal’s top names, according to Brewster.
“Notre Dame is in a position to add Riley Leonard, which looks like a perfect match coming from Duke,” Brewster said. “Leonard brings a dynamic element to the offense with his athleticism and arm talent. Leonard is still an ascending passer and has the leadership qualities that coaches covet. We love Leonard’s competitiveness and smarts at quarterback.”
Oklahoma State is on the cusp of a 10-win season despite shaky play from transfer quarterback Alan Bowman, who has thrown for 3,058 yards and 13 touchdowns with 12 interceptions this season. He has the option to apply for a seventh year of eligibility, but the Cowboys have a chance to be a special offense next season, especially if running back Ollie Gordon returns, and improving at quarterback through the portal would go a long way in helping the team realize its potential
