Walter Nolen, DL, Texas A&M
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In the midst of the bustling college football transfer portal activity, top-tier programs are eagerly awaiting the decision of Walter Nolen. He is a highly sought-after defensive lineman currently with Texas A&M. This former five-star pass rusher officially entered the transfer portal on a Monday, prompted by the departure of his position coach at College Station (Elijah Robinson). The coach seized an opportunity on Fran Brown’s staff at Syracuse, leading to Nolen exploring new options. Tennessee emerged as the runner-up in his recruitment journey, closely followed by Michigan, thus heightening the competition for his exceptional talents.
DJ Uiagalelei, QB, Oregon State
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Following his 2023 season with Oregon State, quarterback DJ Uiagalelei is rumored to be considering a return to the ACC. During his sole season with the Beavers, Uiagalelei achieved a career-high of 2,638 passing yards. He threw for 21 touchdowns and seven interceptions, resulting in a passer rating of 145.0. Additionally, he contributed six rushing touchdowns, leading Oregon State to an 8-4 record. Previously, the quarterback represented the Clemson Tigers from 2020-22.
Dante Moore, QB, UCLA
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UCLA proudly embraced the arrival of Dante Moore, an immediately-eligible true freshman quarterback and the standout jewel of the Bruins’ 2023 signing class. Hailing from Detroit’s Martin Luther King High School, Moore secured the position as the third-best quarterback and the fourth overall prospect in the 2023 recruiting class. His recruitment was a triumph for UCLA and coach Chip Kelly, successfully flipping the highly-regarded recruit from Oregon in December 2022.
Moore’s entry signified a pivotal moment for UCLA, not only making him the highest-ranked quarterback signee in the Kelly era but also marking the first five-star recruit under his leadership. Excitement was palpable as Moore brought his exceptional talents to the Bruins’ roster, promising a luminous future for the program. Instead, he now leaves the program and will look to join a new team for the upcoming season.
