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In some ways, transfers run college football.
Players who have changed schools during their college careers have won the Heisman Trophy, led their new team to the national championship and become No. 1 NFL Draft picks. The removal of transfer restrictions and the introduction of name, image and likeness freedoms helped more than 2,000 FBS players change schools in the last year. Transfer acquisition is now the norm, and most FBS programs had double-digit players arrive and leave this offseason.
But which transfers will have the biggest effect on their teams in 2024? We solicited feedback from almost 100 FBS coaches and staffers this month to see which players have impressed in August and are on track to become impact players. Some staffers were granted anonymity because they aren’t authorized to speak publicly about their rosters.
Quantifying impact can be tricky. For proven players with clear roles, it’s straightforward. For those with immense talent who are leveling up in their new situations, projecting can be more of a challenge. And not every headline-grabbing transfer will automatically become a star in his new home. That’s why coaches’ on-the-ground observations played a vital role in compiling these rankings.
Below, everything you need to know about The Athletic’s top 100 most impactful transfers of 2024.
39. QB Max Brosmer, New Hampshire → Minnesota
Minnesota prioritized the FCS All-American who threw for 8,713 yards and 70 touchdowns in his New Hampshire career from the moment he hit the portal. A team staffer said Brosmer can make every throw, and the Gophers are expecting big things. “Instant leadership, instant quality,” the staffer said.
81. CB Ethan Robinson, Bucknell → Minnesota
Robinson was an All-Patriot League selection at Bucknell last year (10 pass breakups and three interceptions) and had more than a dozen power conference offers after he entered the portal. He had a terrific spring and strong camp and is slated to start at corner for Minnesota.
Players who have changed schools during their college careers have won the Heisman Trophy, led their new team to the national championship and become No. 1 NFL Draft picks. The removal of transfer restrictions and the introduction of name, image and likeness freedoms helped more than 2,000 FBS players change schools in the last year. Transfer acquisition is now the norm, and most FBS programs had double-digit players arrive and leave this offseason.
But which transfers will have the biggest effect on their teams in 2024? We solicited feedback from almost 100 FBS coaches and staffers this month to see which players have impressed in August and are on track to become impact players. Some staffers were granted anonymity because they aren’t authorized to speak publicly about their rosters.
Quantifying impact can be tricky. For proven players with clear roles, it’s straightforward. For those with immense talent who are leveling up in their new situations, projecting can be more of a challenge. And not every headline-grabbing transfer will automatically become a star in his new home. That’s why coaches’ on-the-ground observations played a vital role in compiling these rankings.
Below, everything you need to know about The Athletic’s top 100 most impactful transfers of 2024.
39. QB Max Brosmer, New Hampshire → Minnesota
Minnesota prioritized the FCS All-American who threw for 8,713 yards and 70 touchdowns in his New Hampshire career from the moment he hit the portal. A team staffer said Brosmer can make every throw, and the Gophers are expecting big things. “Instant leadership, instant quality,” the staffer said.
81. CB Ethan Robinson, Bucknell → Minnesota
Robinson was an All-Patriot League selection at Bucknell last year (10 pass breakups and three interceptions) and had more than a dozen power conference offers after he entered the portal. He had a terrific spring and strong camp and is slated to start at corner for Minnesota.
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