Overview
- The winter transfer window runs Jan. 2–16 for most FBS programs, with an added Jan. 20–24 period for national championship participants after the NCAA scrapped the spring window.
- Ohio State’s post‑CFP turnover continued as backup quarterback Lincoln Kienholz was reported to be entering the portal and tight end Jelani Thurman already filed after the loss to Miami.
- ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported that Penn State quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer will enter the portal, narrowing options for new coach Matt Campbell as he reshapes the position.
- Michigan State said 13 players announced intentions to transfer on Dec. 31, raising its portal tally to 32 as Pat Fitzgerald begins extensive roster rebuilding.
- Conference trackers from USA TODAY and others list dozens of expected moves across the Big Ten and Big 12, with quarterbacks headlining early targets and Kentucky starter Cutter Boley announcing his intent to transfer.