Alabama QB Tyler Buchner Enters Transfer Portal to Pursue Lacrosse

Former top lacrosse recruit expected to explore options in the sport after struggling in football at Alabama.

Alabama's backup quarterback, Tyler Buchner, has entered the transfer portal as a lacrosse player.
Buchner, a former top lacrosse recruit, is expected to explore his lacrosse options this spring.
Buchner transferred to Alabama from Notre Dame, where he played in three games in 2022.
He was part of a quarterback competition at Alabama, but after struggling in a game against South Florida, he was demoted to fourth-string quarterback.
Buchner had previously committed to play lacrosse at Michigan before deciding to play football.