No. 3 transfer portal player delivers bad news to major college football programs

Penn State transfer Chaz Coleman has committed to the University of Tennessee, choosing the Volunteers over Ohio State and LSU. Coleman, ranked as the No. 3 player in the transfer portal by On3sports and No. 5 by 247sports, was previously linked to Ohio State as a strong contender for his commitment. LSU also showed interest by hosting him for a visit. However, Tennessee's connections with former Penn State defensive coaches, including Jim Knowles and Anthony Poindexter, were pivotal in securing Coleman.

Coleman, a 6'4" EDGE, originally from Ohio, was a four-star recruit in the class of 2025. Despite limited playtime at Penn State, recording eight tackles in nine games, he remains a sought-after talent with three years of eligibility left. Tennessee's acquisition of Coleman marks their third transfer from Penn State, joining linebacker Amare Campbell and lineman Xavier Gilliam.

The commitment of Coleman narrows the EDGE market in college football transfers,