Jaden Rashada Transfers to Sacramento State

Former Georgia and Arizona State quarterback Jaden Rashada has announced his transfer to Sacramento State, where he will have three years of eligibility remaining. Rashada began his college career at Florida but left after a $13.85 million NIL deal collapsed, leading to a lawsuit against Florida coach Billy Napier and a booster; the trial is set for July 2026. He started three games at Arizona State, throwing for 485 yards before a knee injury ended his season, and did not play while at Georgia. Rashada joins a Sacramento State team led by new head coach Brennan Marion, who is known for innovative offense and aims to elevate the Hornets to FBS status after a 3-9 season. His transfer is expected to boost the program's profile and performance amid speculation about the role of NIL incentives. The move also highlights the evolving landscape of college football with high-profile transfers and NIL deals.