Transfer portal tracker: Top QB Sam Leavitt heading to LSU; Dylan Raiola commits to Oregon
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The college football transfer portal is in full swing, with significant commitments shaping the 2026 season. Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola has committed to Oregon, potentially stepping in as the starter if current QB Dante Moore declares for the NFL Draft. Meanwhile, former Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt has chosen LSU, joining a team led by Lane Kiffin. This decision follows Leavitt's injury-shortened 2025 season and a previous successful stint leading ASU to the Big 12 title in 2024.
Former Florida QB DJ Lagway, despite verbally committing to Baylor, continues to explore options with other schools, including Ole Miss. Washington QB Demond Williams, after initially entering the transfer portal, has decided to return to the Huskies.
In other transfer news, Colorado offensive lineman Jordan Seaton and Minnesota safety Koi Perich are transferring, with Perich committing to Oregon. Virginia has secured QB Beau Pribula from Missouri. Furthermore, Alabama defensive players James Smith and Qua
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