
2026 College Football Transfer Portal: Who’s Moving and What It Means
From Josh Hoover’s move to Indiana to Cam Coleman’s arrival in Texas, the 2026 transfer market is redefining team dynamics and title hopes.
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From Josh Hoover’s move to Indiana to Cam Coleman’s arrival in Texas, the 2026 transfer market is redefining team dynamics and title hopes.
Building on last year’s Big 12 title, Texas Tech returns a core group of starters, earns preseason honors and looks to translate early optimism into another championship run.

The network’s unofficial rankings reveal a stark contrast between conference expectations and the Cyclones’ recent changes, highlighting key players and the upcoming opener against the Redhawks.
The network’s early rankings place Iowa State at the bottom of the Big 12, while Texas Tech is projected to repeat as champions, and three Iowa State players receive honorable‑mention recognition.

The conference revealed its preseason accolades, recognizing standout athletes from member schools ahead of the upcoming season.

The Big 12 announced its preseason honors, recognizing standout players from across the league ahead of the upcoming season.

The 2026 preseason All‑Big 12 team was released this week, and the list of honorees left out a familiar name: the University of Colorado. The Buffaloes, who finished the 2025 campaign with a 3‑9 record, were not represented on either side of the ball, a result that comes as little surprise to analysts.

The conference unveiled its preseason honors, highlighting standout players from across the Big 12 and setting the tone for a competitive 2026 season.

USA Today forecasts a Big 12 title for Texas Tech in 2026, but varying preseason polls highlight both optimism and uncertainty, especially at quarterback.
The Big 12’s offseason drama centers on Texas Tech’s Brendan Sorsby, but the conference still forecasts a strong playoff push, highlighted by nine preseason All‑Big 12 selections, key awards for LJ Martin and Ben Roberts, and upcoming media days in Irving.

Pro Football Focus left every Clemson player off its preseason top 50 for 2026, omitting linebacker Sammy Brown, edge rusher Will Heldt and receivers Bryant Wesco Jr. and T.J. Moore, a snub that fuels coach Dabo Swinney’s motivation ahead of the Oct. 3 clash with Miami.

Despite posting the highest rating among linebackers in 2025, Xavier Atkins was left off Pro Football Focus' 2026 top‑50 list, a snub that could fuel a breakout junior year.

Collin Klein, a 2012 Heisman Trophy finalist and longtime Kansas State assistant, is now the head coach tasked with revitalizing the Wildcats after a 6‑6 season.

A preview of the 2026 Big 12 preseason all-conference team, highlighting standout players, award predictions, and the conference’s rising offensive and defensive stars.
The latest edition of EA Sports' college football franchise places the Texas Tech Red Raiders at No. 11 overall, featuring strong defensive ratings and a roster of highly rated players ahead of the July 9 global launch.

The 2026 All‑Big 12 Team reflects a forward‑looking view of talent, highlighting projected performance over past accolades and emphasizing the breadth of skill across the league.

The 2026 All‑Texas team honors 56 players from ten of the state's FBS programs, highlighting Power Four dominance and top individual performances.
Cameron Dickey and Ben Roberts lead a Texas Tech-heavy list of awardees, highlighting the team's depth and national recognition.

Athlon Sports has revealed the 2026 All‑America College Football Team, a preseason snapshot that projects the brightest talents who will shape the next season. The list, determined by a combination of career statistics, award history and expected on‑field impact, showcases a record‑setting presence from the SEC, which accounts for 48 of the 2026 honorees.

Texas Tech enters the 2026 season as the clear favorite to win the Big 12, buoyed by a top‑three SP+ defense, a returning offensive line anchor, and a sophomore quarterback expected to be fully healthy by fall camp.

The latest preseason Top‑25 poll blends expert opinion with algorithmic evaluation, offering a nuanced view of teams such as Indiana, Ohio State, Oregon and Texas as the 2026 season looms.