Virginia Tech Football Faces Transfer Portal Challenges

Virginia Tech's football program has faced significant turnover this offseason, with nearly all players who entered the transfer portal quickly committing to new schools, many moving to SEC teams. Head coach Brent Pry is working to rebuild the roster after a mass exodus, having added 16 transfers while also securing 19 high school recruits, totaling around 40 new players expected by summer 2025. UCLA is experiencing a similar situation, with 20 players entering the portal but also bringing in 20 commitments to replenish their roster, particularly in the wide receiver position after losing key players like J. Michael Sturdivant to Florida. The NCAA Transfer Portal's upcoming windows are anticipated to be highly active, potentially impacting both Virginia Tech and UCLA's ability to strengthen their teams for the next season. Virginia Tech's roster will notably change as they seek to recover from back-to-back 6-6 seasons and improve their standing in the competitive landscape of college football. Both programs are navigating the challenges of player retention and recruitment amid the evolving dynamics of NIL agreements.