$10 million QB named as No. 1 QB fit with major college football program

The 2026 NCAA transfer portal cycle in college football has concluded following a period of significant player movement. The transfer portal window was open from January 2 to January 16, during which time numerous players finalized their decisions to transfer. Among the notable transfers, quarterback Darian Mensah has been highlighted as the best fit nationally, moving from Duke to Miami.

Darian Mensah, who previously played for Tulane and Duke, will join Miami as his third program in three years. At Tulane, Mensah redshirted in 2023 and started in 2024, leading the team to an AAC Championship appearance with 2,723 passing yards. In 2025, he transferred to Duke and excelled, achieving 3,973 passing yards and earning MVP honors in the ACC Championship.

Mensah's transfer to Miami has sparked controversy due to allegations of tampering and occurred shortly after he signed NIL extensions with Duke. Despite Duke's initial legal action to uphold his contract, a