Mississippi State Quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. Enters Transfer Portal

The true freshman, who started eight games in 2024, departs after a challenging season for the Bulldogs under first-year head coach Jeff Lebby.

Michael Van Buren Jr., a former top-60 recruit and one-time Oregon commit, announced his decision to enter the transfer portal after one season at Mississippi State.
Van Buren started eight games in 2024, throwing for 1,886 yards, 11 touchdowns, and seven interceptions, while adding five rushing touchdowns.
He stepped into the starting role after Blake Shapen's season-ending injury but could face competition next year as Shapen plans to return for his sixth season.
Mississippi State, coming off a 2-10 season, is reportedly pursuing other quarterbacks in the transfer portal, including Oklahoma's Jackson Arnold, a former recruit of head coach Jeff Lebby.
Van Buren thanked the Mississippi State program for its role in his development and expressed optimism for the team's future under Coach Lebby.