FBS Coaches Propose Single 10-Day Transfer Portal Window

The recommendation aims to streamline college football's transfer process while addressing academic and postseason challenges.

FBS coaches unanimously voted to recommend consolidating the current two transfer portal windows into a single 10-day period from January 2-12, starting in the 2025-26 academic year.
The proposal seeks to reduce disruptions to the postseason and align better with academic calendars, allowing players to transfer while preparing for the spring semester.
The recommendation now moves to the NCAA oversight committee and Division I Council for review and potential approval, with no guarantee of enactment.
The current transfer windows in December and April have drawn criticism for their overlap with bowl games and recruiting, creating scheduling challenges for teams and players.
If approved, the change could help preserve the integrity of bowl season and provide greater stability for student-athletes and programs.