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3mo ago

Quarterback Tyler Van Dyke Transfers to SMU for Sixth College Football Season

The former Miami and Wisconsin QB joins SMU, reuniting with his former offensive coordinator Rhett Lashlee, after recovering from a season-ending knee injury.

Overview

  • Tyler Van Dyke, a former Miami and Wisconsin quarterback, will play his sixth year of college football at SMU after entering the transfer portal.
  • Van Dyke suffered a season-ending ACL injury during his third game with Wisconsin in 2024 but has one year of eligibility remaining.
  • He reunites with SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee, who was his offensive coordinator during his standout 2021 season at Miami when Van Dyke earned ACC Rookie of the Year honors.
  • SMU's 2024 starting quarterback Kevin Jennings is expected to return, but Van Dyke’s addition strengthens the depth following the transfer of backup Preston Stone to Northwestern.
  • Across his college career, Van Dyke has thrown for 7,891 yards and 55 touchdowns, with his best performances coming during his tenure with the Miami Hurricanes.