Tracking Texas Tech Football Transfers Departures and arrivals for the winter window

As the college football season winds down, December marks not just holiday preparations but also the whirlwind of player transfers and coaching changes. For the Texas Tech Red Raiders, the transfer portal season promises to be an eventful one, with notable shifts in their coaching staff and roster dynamics. Defensive coordinator Tim DeRuyter has been let go, and offensive coordinator Zach Kittley has taken the reins as head coach at Florida Atlantic. These changes set the stage for a busy offseason on the South Plains.

Navigating the Transfer Portal

The transfer portal serves as a vital resource for player movement, simplifying recruitment by providing an online platform for athletes seeking a new team. Once players inform their university’s compliance office of their intent to transfer, their information becomes accessible to coaches nationwide. This streamlined system has reshaped how teams rebuild and bolster their rosters.

For this year, the portal opens from December 9 to December 24 and will reopen briefly in April 2025. With the first window fast approaching, many players have already announced their intentions, initiating what is expected to be a period of significant change for the Red Raiders.

Expectations for Texas Tech

Last season, Texas Tech welcomed 16 transfers, reflecting the team’s aggressive approach to recruitment through the portal. However, with NCAA roster limits dropping to 105 players, the influx of new talent may be more measured this time around. Even so, the program is bracing for an active transfer period, with a mix of departures and potential arrivals shaping the roster.

To keep fans and analysts informed, a real-time tracker has been established, detailing confirmed player movements. Only officially announced transfers are listed to ensure accuracy, avoiding speculation about rumored moves.

Current Departures

Several players have already entered the portal, signaling their intent to leave Texas Tech:

• Jalon Peoples (Defensive Back, Sophomore)
• Jake Strong (Quarterback, Redshirt Freshman)
• Brady Boyd (Receiver, Redshirt Junior)
• Miles Thompson (Defensive Back, Redshirt Freshman)
• Jordan Brown (Receiver, Senior)
• Garrett Morphis (Offensive Line, Redshirt Freshman)
• DJ Crest (Receiver, Redshirt Freshman)
• Ty Buchanan (Offensive Line, Junior)

Awaiting New Arrivals

As of now, no new players have committed to joining the Red Raiders through the transfer portal. However, with the transfer season in its early stages, additions are likely in the coming weeks. Updates will be shared promptly as new players commit to the program.

Texas Tech’s journey through the transfer portal underscores the dynamic nature of modern college football. With departures creating opportunities and new arrivals potentially strengthening the roster, the Red Raiders are preparing for another chapter in their storied football legacy. Stay tuned for updates as the team builds toward another competitive season in Lubbock.