College Football Opt-Out Tracker 2025-26: Roster Movement for Every Bowl Game
Our college football opt-out tracker keeps you up to date with a full list of injuries, transfers, and opt-outs for every bowl game.
Bowl season is underway, and while a plethora of talent will be taking the field this bowl season, roster movement has become synonymous with college football, and our college football opt-out tracker is on top of every change for every bowl game.
From opt-outs to transfer portal chaos to coaching changes and injuries, our college football bowl game opt-out tracker has you covered with every key player and coach each team will be without this bowl season, to ensure you have all the information you need before diving into the college bowl game odds.
๐ College football bowl game opt-out tracker
Our college football bowl game opt-out tracker is updated with the latest opt-outs, transfers, injuries, and coaching changes for teams playing in bowl games. We go through the roster movement for every single bowl team that could impact your college football picks.
โ ๏ธ Major college football bowl game opt-outs
| Player/coach | Bowl | Bowl matchup | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lane Kiffin, HC, Ole Miss | CFP first-round | vs. Tulane | Hired as LSU HC |
| Sherrone Moore, HC, Michigan | Citrus Bowl | vs. Texas | Fired for cause as Michigan's HC |
| Brendan Sorsby, QB, Cincinnati | Liberty Bowl | vs. Navy | Transfer portal |
| Sam Leavitt, QB, Arizona State | Sun Bowl | vs. Duke | Transfer portal |
| Emmett Johnson, RB, Nebraska | Las Vegas Bowl | vs. Utah | Opt-out (declared for NFL draft) |
| Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU | Texas Bowl | vs. Houston | Injured (ruled out) |
| Boo Carter, CB, Tennessee | Music City Bowl | vs. Illinois | Dismissed (transfer portal) |
| Cam Edwards, RB, UConn | Fenway Bowl | vs. Army | Transfer portal |
| Chris Bell, WR, Louisville | Boca Raton Bowl | vs. Toledo | Injured (torn ACL) |
| Vega Ioane, OG, Penn State | Pinstripe Bowl | vs. Clemson | Opt-out (declared for NFL draft) |
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๐ฎ Xbox Bowl: Missouri State vs. Arkansas State (Dec. 18)
- Kickoff: 9 p.m. ET
- Location: Ford Center at The Star (Frisco, Texas)
- How to watch: ESPN
Missouri State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Beard, HC | Hired as Coastal Carolina HC | N/A | OC Nick Petrino interim HC |
| Tristian Gardner, WR | Transfer portal | 258 | 465 receiving yards |
| Hayden Hagler, TE | Injured | 82 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Ebubedike Nnabugwu, OT | Transfer portlal | 804 | Started all 12 games |
| Cash Hudson, OC | Transfer portal | 798 | Started all 12 games |
| DJ Wesolak, DL | Transfer portal | 505 | 21 pressures, 4.5 sacks |
| Ryan Williams, DL | Injured | 314 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Mitchell Toney, DL | Injured | 291 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| JJ O'Neal, SAF | Transfer portal | 86 | 11 tackles, 1 INT |
Arkansas State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ja'Quez Cross, RB | Injured | 32 | Out for season |
| Nana Burris, WR | Injured | 70 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Jabari Bush, TE | Injured | 132 | Hasn't played since Oct. 14 |
| Tyler Little, TE | Injured | 112 | Hasn't played since Nov. 20 |
| Tristian Smith, OG | Injured | 679 | Hasn't played since Nov. 1 |
๐๏ธ Myrtle Beach Bowl: Kennesaw State vs. Western Michigan (Dec. 19)
- Kickoff: Noon ET
- Location: Brooks Stadium (Conway, S.C.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Kennesaw State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garland Benyard, LB | Injured | 329 | Out for season |
| JeRico Washington, CB | Transfer portal (plans to play in bowl game) | 933 | 47 tackles, 2.5 TFLs |
| Antonio Stevens, SAF | Injured | 437 | Limited snaps in CUSA Championship |
Western Michigan opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah Bishop, DL | Injured | 24 | Hasn't played since Sept. 13 |
๐ดโโ ๏ธ Gasparilla Bowl: Memphis vs. NC State (Dec. 19)
- Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Raymond James Stadium (Tampa, Fla.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Memphis opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Silverfield, HC | Hired as Arkansas HC | N/A | Assistant HC Reggie Howard interim HC |
| Travis Burke, OT | Injured | 765 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Jaidyn Denis, CB | Injured | 431 | Hasn't played since Oct. 31 |
| Chauncey Logan Jr., CB | Injured | 160 | Hasn't played since Nov. 7 |
| Samson Israel, CB | Transfer portal | 197 | 17 tackles, 1 INT |
NC State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Smothers, RB | Transfer portal | 476 | 939 rushing yards, 7 total TDs |
| Kamen Smith, OG | Injured | 426 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Sean Brown, LB | Injured | 298 | Hasn't played since Sept. 27 |
| Jamel Johnson, CB | Injured | 458 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Brody Barnhardt, SAF | Injured | 209 | Hasn't played since Sept. 27 |
๐ฏ College Football Playoff first-round game: Alabama vs. Oklahoma (Dec. 19)
- Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Memorial Stadium (Norman, Okla.)
- How to watch: ABC/ESPN
Alabama opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Riley, RB | Injured (out) | 149 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Josh Cuevas, TE | Injured (questionable) | 512 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| LT Overton, DL | Injured (out) | 449 | Missed SEC Championship |
Oklahoma opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Maikkula, OC | Injured (questionable) | 710 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Troy Everett, OC | Injured (out) | 39 | Out for season |
| Gentry Williams, CB | Injured (out) | 178 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
๐ฏ College Football Playoff first-round game: Miami vs. Texas A&M (Dec. 20)
- Kickoff: Noon ET
- Location: Kyle Field (College Station, Texas)
- How to watch: ABC/ESPN
Miami opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daylyn Upshaw, WR | Injured (doubtful) | 120 | 105 receiving yards |
| Keionte Scott, DB | Injured (probable) | 504 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Damari Brown, CB | Injured (questionable) | 385 | Started final four games |
Texas A&M opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collin Klein, OC* | Hired as Kansas State HC | N/A | Will continue to coach through CFP |
| Jay Bateman, DC* | Hired as Kentucky DC | N/A | Will continue to coach through CFP |
| Le'Veon Moss, RB | Injured (questionable) | 156 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Scooby Williams, LB | Injured (probable) | 162 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Bryce Anderson, SAF | Injured (probable) | 138 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
๐ฏ College Football Playoff first-round game: Tulane vs. Ole Miss (Dec. 20)
- Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Vaught-Hemingway Stadium (Oxford, Miss.)
- How to watch: TNT/HBO Max
Tulane opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Sumrall, HC* | Hired as Florida HC | N/A | Will continue to coach through CFP |
| Bryce Bohanon, WR | Injured (doubtful) | 326 | Left American Championship with injury |
| Derrick Graham, OL | Injured (probable) | 827 | Started 12 games |
| Santana Hopper, DL | Transfer portal (plans to play in CFP) | 615 | 9.5 TFLs, 4.5 sacks |
| Gerrod Henderson, DL | Injured (out) | 122 | Out for season |
| Dickson Agu, LB | Injured (out) | 212 | Out for season |
| Jack Tchienchou | Injured (probable) | 668 | Started all 13 games |
Ole Miss opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lane Kiffin, HC | Hired as LSU HC | N/A | DC Pete Golding named full-time HC |
| Dae'Quan Wright, TE | Injured (probable) | 647 | 489 receiving yards |
| Trace Bruckler, TE | Injured (probable) | 200 | 64 receiving yards |
| Antonio Kite, CB | Injured (questionable) | 541 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Cedrick Beavers, CB | Injured (out) | 118 | Injured in regular-season finale |
๐ฏ College Football Playoff first-round game: James Madison vs. Oregon (Dec. 20)
- Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Autzen Stadium (Eugene, Ore.)
- How to watch: TNT/HBO Max
James Madison opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Chesney, HC* | Hired as UCLA HC | N/A | Will continue to coach through CFP |
| Immanuel Bush, DL | Injured (probable) | 308 | Missed Sun Belt Championship |
Oregon opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Will Stein, OC* | Hired as Kentucky HC | N/A | Will continue to coach through CFP |
| Tosh Lupoi, DC* | Hired as Cal HC | N/A | Will continue to coach through CFP |
| Makhi Hughes, RB | Redshirt | 42 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Dakorien Moore, WR | Injured (questionable) | 359 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Gary Bryant Jr., WR | Injured (questionable) | 316 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Evan Stewart, WR | Injured (questionable) | 0 | Out for season |
| Justius Lowe, WR | Injured (out) | 132 | 56 receiving yards |
| Kyle Kasper, WR | Injured (out) | 65 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Gernorris Wilson, OL | Injured (out) | 171 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Sione Laulea, CB | Injured (questionable) | 116 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
| Dakoda Fields, CB | Transfer portal | 41 | Hasn't played since Sept. 13 |
| Jahlil Florence, CB | Transfer portal | 19 | Hasn't played since Sept. 6 |
๐ฅ Famous Idaho Potato Bowl: Washington State vs. Utah State (Dec. 22)
- Kickoff: 2 p.m. ET
- Location: Albertsons Stadium (Boise, Idaho)
- How to watch: ESPN
Washington State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Rogers, HC | Hired as Iowa State HC | N/A | DC Jesse Bobbit interim HC |
| Jaxon Potter, QB | Transfer portal | 164 | Started first 3 games |
| Tony Freeman, WR | Transfer portal | 383 | 557 receiving yards, 3 TDs |
| Carter Pabst, WR | Injured | 203 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Brock Dieu, OC | Injured | 657 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Anthony Palano, LB | Transfer portal | 382 | Started 7 games |
| Kenny Worthy, CB | Transfer portal | 384 | 23 tackles |
Utah State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broc Lane, TE | Injured | 424 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Naki Fahina, DL | Injured | 126 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Williams Holmes, LB | Injured | 605 | Hasn't played since Oct. 12 |
๐ด Boca Raton Bowl: Toledo vs. Louisville (Dec. 23)
- Kickoff: 2 p.m. ET
- Location: Flagler CU Stadium (Boca Raton, Fla.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Toledo opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Candle, HC | Hired as UConn HC | N/A | Co-OC Robert Weiner interim HC |
| Vince Kehres, DC | Hired as Syracuse DC | N/A | Interim DC not yet announced |
| Carter Fouty, OG | Injured | 639 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Hudson Miller, LB | Injured | 92 | Missed regular-season finale |
Louisville opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isaac Brown, RB | Injured | 256 | Hasn't played since Nov. 1 |
| Keyjuan Brown, RB | Injured | 246 | Hasn't played since Nov. 14 |
| Duke Watson, RB | Injured | 136 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Chris Bell, WR | Injured | 640 | Out for season |
| Antonio Watts, LB | Injured | 618 | Hasn't played since Nov. 14 |
| Stanquan Clark, LB | Injured | 138 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
๐ท New Orleans Bowl: Western Kentucky vs. Southern Miss (Dec. 23)
- Kickoff: 5:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Caesars Superdome (New Orleans, La.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Western Kentucky opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Flowers, CB | Transfer portal | 358 | 32 tackles |
Southern Miss opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Huff, HC | Hired as Memphis HC | N/A | OC Blake Anderson named full-time HC |
| Blake Bustard, OT | Injured | 490 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| JJ Hawkins, DL | Injured | 338 | Injured in regular-season finale |
โ Frisco Bowl: UNLV vs. Ohio (Dec. 23)
- Kickoff: 9 p.m. ET
- Location: Ford Center at The Star (Frisco, Texas)
- How to watch: ESPN
UNLV opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Var'keyes Gumms, TE | Injured | 242 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
Ohio opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Smith, HC | Fired for misconduct | N/A | DC John Hauser interim HC |
| Max Rodarte, WR | Injured | 188 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Michael Molnar, LB | Injured | 396 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
๐บ Hawaii Bowl: Cal vs. Hawaii (Dec. 24)
- Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex (Honolulu, Hawaii)
- How to watch: ESPN
Cal opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Wilcox, HC | Fired | N/A | Former Hawaii HC Nick Rolovich interim HC |
| LJ Johnson Jr., RB | Injured | 109 | Hasn't played since Oct. 17 |
| Jordan King, WR | Injured | 318 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Mark Hamper, WR | Injured | 245 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Mason Mini, TE | Injured | 601 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Landon Morris, TE | Injured | 130 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Sioape Vatikani, OG | Injured | 635 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Ryan McCulloch, LB | Injured | 210 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Isaiah Crosby, SAF | Injured | 197 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Cam Sidney, SAF | Injured | 469 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
Hawaii opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Cenacle, WR | Injured | 283 | Hasn't played since Nov. 21 |
| Jamih Otis, LB | Injured | 549 | Out for season |
| Virdel Edwards II, CB | Injured | 457 | Missed regular-season finale |
๐ผ GameAbove Sports Bowl: Central Michigan vs. Northwestern (Dec. 26)
- Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET
- Location: Ford Field (Detroit)
- How to watch: ESPN
Central Michigan opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Flores, QB | Injured | 173 (Wildcat QB) | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Kade Kostus, DL | Transfer portal | 103 | 0.5 sack |
| Bryce Rowe, CB | Injured | 88 | Hasn't played since Sept. 27 |
Northwestern opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caleb Komolafe, RB | Injured | 374 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Joseph Himon II, RB | Injured | 255 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Cam Porter, RB | Injured | 59 | Out for season |
| Dashun Reeder, RB | Injured | 30 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
| Drew Wagner, WR | Injured | 254 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Aidan Hubbard, DL | Injured | 323 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Richie Hagarty, DL | Injured | 206 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Evan Smith, CB | Injured | 82 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Fred Davis, CB | Injured | 537 | Missed regular-season finale |
๐ฆ Rate Bowl: New Mexico vs. Minnesota (Dec. 26)
- Kickoff: 4:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Chase Field (Phoenix)
- How to watch: ESPN
New Mexico opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Buckley, WR | Injured | 248 | Hasn't played since Oct. 3 |
| Richard Pearce, OG | Injured | 417 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Xavier Slayton, DL | Injured | 246 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Abraham Williams, CB | Injured | 321 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Drew Speech, SAF | Injured | 288 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
Minnesota opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fame Ijeboi, RB | Transfer portal | 218 | 441 rushing yards, 3 TDs |
| AJ Turner, RB | Injured | 22 | Out for season |
| Marcellus Marshall, OG | Injured | 639 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Matt Kingsbury, LB | Injured | 259 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Za'Quan Bryan, CB | Injured | 440 | Missed regular-season finale |
๐ First Responder Bowl: FIU vs. UTSA (Dec. 26)
- Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Gerald J. Ford Stadium (Dallas)
- How to watch: ESPN
FIU opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Pesansky, QB | Injured | 298 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Toddrick Brewton, DL | Injured | 79 | Hasn't played since Oct. 29 |
| Dwight Nunoo, LB | Injured | 33 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Mister Clark, CB | Transfer portal | 776 | 3 INTs, 6.5 TFLs |
| Victor Evans III, CB | Transfer portal | 481 | 42 tackles, 1 INT |
UTSA opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willie McCoy, WR | Injured | 63 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Dan Dishman, TE | Injured | 271 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Darrell Jones, OG | Injured | 573 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Kenny Ozowalu, DL | Transfer portal | 341 | 6 TFLs, 3 sacks |
| Chidera Otutu, DL | Transfer portal | 287 | 27 tackles, 2.5 sacks |
| Vic Shaw, LB | Injured | 349 | Missed regular-season finale |
| KK Meier, CB | Transfer portal | 399 | 25 tackles |
| Jermarius Lewis, DB | Injured | 231 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
๐ช Military Bowl: Pittsburgh vs. East Carolina (Dec. 27)
- Kickoff: 11 a.m. ET
- Location: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium (Annapolis, Md.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Pittsburgh opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desmond Reid, RB | Injured | 231 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Zion Fowler-El, WR | Transfer portal | 118 | 60 receiving yards, 1 TD |
| Ryan Carretta, OG | Injured | 500 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Keith Gouveia, OG | Injured | 213 | Hasn't played since Sept. 27 |
| Jimmy Scott, DL | Injured | 531 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Sean FitzSimmons, DL | Injured | 309 | Hasn't played since Nov. 1 |
| Zack Crothers, DL | Injured | 95 | Hasn't played since Sept. 27 |
| Nick Lapi, LB | Injured | 97 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
East Carolina opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| John David Baker, OC | Hired as Ole Miss OC | N/A | Interim OC not yet announced |
| Josh Aldridge, DC | Hired as South Florida DC | N/A | Interim DC not yet announced |
| Katin Houser, QB | Transfer portal | 905 | 28 total TDs |
| DeJuan Lacy, RB | Injured | 30 | Hasn't played since Sept. 13 |
| Yannick Smith, WR | Transfer portal | 676 | 583 receiving yards, 5 TDs |
| Jayvontay Conner, TE | Transfer portal | 496 | 333 receiving yards, 3 TDs |
| Panda Askew, OG | Injured | 470 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Rasheed Reason, CB | Injured | 317 | Hasn't played since Oct. 9 |
๐งข Pinstripe Bowl: Penn State vs. Clemson (Dec. 27)
- Kickoff: Noon ET
- Location: Yankee Stadium (Bronx, N.Y.)
- How to watch: ABC
Penn State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Franklin, HC | Fired | N/A | CB coach Terry Smith interim HC |
| Jim Knowles, DC | Hired as Tennessee DC | N/A | Interim DC not yet announced |
| Drew Allar, QB | Injured | 349 | Out for season |
| Vega Ioane, OG | Opt-out | 614 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Zane Durant, DL | Opt-out | 476 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Chaz Coleman, DL | Transfer portal | 150 | 3 TFLs, 1 sack |
| Tony Rojas, LB | Injured | 176 | Hasn't played since Sept. 27 |
| Zakee Wheatley, SAF | Opt-out | 658 | Declared for NFL draft |
Clemson opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio Williams, WR* | Potential opt-out | 449 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Bryant Wesco Jr., WR | Injured | 334 | Out for season |
| Olsen Patt-Henry, TE | Injured | 394 | Out for season |
| Walker Parks, OG | Injured | 266 | Out for season |
| Brayden Jacobs, OG | Injured | 363 | Out for season |
| Jahiem Lawson, DL | Injured | 300 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Peter Woods, DL* | Potential opt-out | 562 | Declared for NFL draft |
| TJ Parker, DL* | Potential opt-out | 548 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Avieon Terrell, CB* | Potential opt-out | 653 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Khalil Barnes, SAF | Transfer portal | 522 | 40 tackles |
โพ Fenway Bowl: UConn vs. Army (Dec. 27)
- Kickoff: 2:15 p.m. ET
- Location: Fenway Park (Boston)
- How to watch: ESPN
UConn opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Mora Jr., HC | Hired as Colorado State HC | N/A | OC Gordon Sammis interim HC |
| Cam Edwards, RB | Transfer portal | 538 | 1,132 rushing yards, 15 TDs |
| Juice Vereen, TE | Injured | 211 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Ben Murawski, OT | Transfer portal | 773 | Started all 12 games |
| Carsten Casady, OT | Transfer portal | 774 | Started all 12 games |
| Brady Wayburn, OG | Transfer portal | 430 | Started 5 games |
| Vincent Carroll-Jackson, DL | Injured | 494 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Oumar Diomande, LB | Transfer portal | 790 | 111 tackles, 5 sacks |
| Cam Chadwick, DB | Transfer portal | 796 | 64 tackles, 4 INT |
| Osiris Gilbert, DB | Transfer portal | 288 | 19 tackles |
| Tyrece Mills, SAF | Injured | 251 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
Army opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briggs Bartosh, RB | Injured | 98 | Hasn't played since Nov. 1 |
| Tobi Olawole, WR | Injured | 173 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Paolo Gennarelli, OG | Injured | 574 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Dillon Stowers, DL | Injured | 184 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Deshontez Gray, DL | Injured | 173 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
๐ Pop-Tarts Bowl: Georgia Tech vs. BYU (Dec. 27)
- Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Camping World Stadium (Orlando, Fla.)
- How to watch: ABC
Georgia Tech opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buster Faulkner, OC | Hired as Florida OC | N/A | GT has not revealed who will call plays in bowl |
| Dean Patterson, WR | Injured | 278 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Andre Fuller Jr., DL | Injured | 251 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Akelo Stone, DL | Injured | 239 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Jy Gilmore, CB | Injured | 414 | Out for season |
BYU opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choe Bryant-Strother, LB | Injured | 17 | Out for season |
๐ต Arizona Bowl: Miami (OH) vs. Fresno State (Dec. 27)
- Kickoff: 4:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Arizona Stadium (Tucson, Ariz.)
- How to watch: The CW
Miami (OH) opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dequan Finn, QB | Opt-out | 458 | Left program |
| Kenny Tracy, RB | Injured | 157 | Hasn't played since Oct. 4 |
| Kam Perry, WR | Transfer portal | 566 | 966 receiving yards, 6 TDs |
| Adam Trick, DL | Transfer portal | 671 | 12.5 TFLs, 8.5 sacks |
| Corban Hondru, LB | Injured | 487 | Hasn't played since Nov. 12 |
| Mychal Yharbrough, CB | Transfer portal | 591 | 37 tackles, 2 TFLs |
| Luke Evans, CB | Transfer portal | 175 | 10 tackles |
Fresno State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayshon Luke, RB | Injured | 297 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Jake Tarwater, TE | Injured | 332 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Edward Fonua, OG | Injured | 783 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Martin Owusu, DL | Injured | 286 | Hasn't played since Nov. 1 |
| Auckland Asiata, DL | Injured | 100 | Hasn't played since Sept. 6 |
| K'vion Thunderbird, LB | Injured | 302 | Hasn't played since Oct. 10 |
| Jomarion Briggs, CB | Injured | 148 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Ryan Wilson, SAF | Injured | 383 | Missed regular-season finale |
๐๏ธ New Mexico Bowl: North Texas vs. San Diego State (Dec. 27)
- Kickoff: 5:45 p.m. ET
- Location: University Stadium (Albuquerque, N.M.)
- How to watch: ESPN
North Texas opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Morris, HC | Hired as Oklahoma State HC | N/A | STC Drew Svoboda interim HC |
| Jordan Davis, OC | Hired as East Carolina OC | N/A | Interim OC not yet announced |
| Caleb Hawkins, RB | Injured | 471 | Injured in American Conference Championship |
| Makenzie McGill II, RB | Injured | 206 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
| Jayden Becks, RB | Injured | 54 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Simeon Evans, WR | Injured | 211 | Missed American Conference Championship |
| Jayden Williams, DL | Transfer portal | 257 | 21 tackles |
| Zhaiylen Scott, DL | Injured | 124 | Out for season |
| Fatafehi Vailea II, DL | Injured | 155 | Out for season |
| Shane Whitter, LB | Injured | 468 | Out for season |
San Diego State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Aurich, DC | Hired as Nebraska DC | N/A | CB coach Demetrius Sumler interim DC |
| Bert Emanuel Jr., QB | Injured | 98 (Wildcat QB) | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Jordan Napier, WR | Injured | 445 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Jacob Bostick, WR | Injured | 316 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Jared Badie, DL | Transfer portal | 131 | 8 tackles, 1.5 TFLs |
| August Salvati, DL | Transfer portal | 118 | 6 tackles, 3.5 sacks |
| Tano Letuli, LB | Injured | 209 | Hasn't played since Nov. 1 |
๐ Gator Bowl: Virginia vs. Missouri (Dec. 27)
- Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: EverBank Stadium (Jacksonville, Fla.)
- How to watch: ABC
Virginia opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah Vaughn, RB | Injured | 34 | Hasn't played since Nov. 1 |
| Xavier Brown, RB | Injured | 115 | Out for season |
| Trell Harris, WR | Injured | 674 | Injured in ACC Championship |
| Dakota Twitty, TE | Injured | 247 | Hasn't played since Oct. 4 |
| Monroe Mills, OT | Injured | 0 | Out for season |
| Kevin Wigenton II, OG | Injured | 254 | Missed ACC Championship |
| Kam Robinson, LB | Injured | 416 | Out for season |
| Maddox Marcellus, LB | Injured | 334 | Injured in ACC Championship |
| Ja'Son Prevard, CB | Transfer portal | 585 | 24 tackles, 3 INTs |
Missouri opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirby Moore, OC | Hired as Washington State HC | N/A | Interim OC not yet announced |
| Beau Pribula, QB | Transfer portal | 676 | 17 total TDs |
| Blake Craig, K | Injured | 12 | Out for season |
๐ Texas Bowl: LSU vs. Houston (Dec. 27)
- Kickoff: 9:15 p.m. ET
- Location: NRG Stadium (Houston)
- How to watch: ESPN
LSU opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Kelly, HC | Fired | N/A | RB coach Frank Wilson interim HC |
| Joe Sloan, OC | Fired (hired as Kentucky OC) | N/A | TE coach Alex Atkins interim OC |
| Garrett Nussmeier, QB | Injured | 542 | Ruled out |
| Aaron Anderson, WR | Injured | 241 | Ruled out |
| Nic Anderson, WR | Injured | 222 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Braelin Moore, OC | Injured | 569 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Ahmad Breaux, DL | Transfer portal | 274 | 19 tackles, 0.5 sack |
| Gabriel Reliford, DL | Injured | 85 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Whit Weeks, LB | Injured | 309 | Ruled out |
| Mansoor Delane, CB | Injured | 624 | Ruled out |
| Ashton Stamps, CB | Transfer portal | 18 | 51 tackles (2024) |
Houston opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Re'Shaun Sanford II, RB | Injured | 1 | Out for season |
| Stephon Johnson, WR | Injured | 336 | Out for season |
| David Ndukwe, OT | Injured | 25 | Out for season |
| Demetrius Hunter, OC | Opt-out | 811 | Left program |
| Khalil Laufau, DL | Injured | 649 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
๐ญ Birmingham Bowl: Georgia Southern vs. Appalachian State (Dec. 29)
- Kickoff: 2 p.m. ET
- Location: Protective Stadium (Birmingham, Ala.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Georgia Southern opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| OJ Arnold, RB | Injured | 409 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| David Mbadinga, RB | Injured | 181 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
| Jamarian Samuel, RB | Injured | 37 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Dalen Cobb, WR | Injured | 451 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Josh Dallas, WR | Injured | 65 | Hasn't played since Sept. 6 |
| River Helms, TE | Injured | 32 | Hasn't played since Aug. 30 |
| Denell Nix Jr., OT | Transfer portal | 236 | Started 2 games |
| Devan Lowe, DL | Injured | 372 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Chance Gamble, CB | Injured | 241 | Hasn't played since Oct. 9 |
Appalachian State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ Swann, QB | Transfer portal | 385 | 1,495 passing yards, 10 TD passes |
| JJ Kohl, QB | Transfer portal | 420 | 1,465 passing yards, 12 TD passes |
| Kanye Roberts, RB | Injured | 0 | Out for season |
| Jaden Barnes, WR | Injured | 441 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Williams Fowles, WR | Transfer portal | 206 | 86 receiving yards |
| Izayah Cummings, TE | Injured | 319 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Trent Ramsey, OG | Injured | 432 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
| Rondo Porter, DL | Transfer portal | 498 | 41 tackles, 5 TFLs |
| Dylan Manuel, DL | Transfer portal | 434 | 37 tackles, 7 TFLs |
| Thomas Davis, DL | Transfer portal | 220 | 24 tackles, 5.5 TFLs |
| Brayshawn Littlejohn, LB | Transfer portal | 351 | 32 tackles, 4.5 TFLs |
| Elijah Mc-Cantos, CB | Transfer portal | 705 | 56 tackles, 2 INTs |
| Dylan Hasz, DB | Injured | 273 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Juan Berchal, DB | Injured | 132 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Ja'Den McBurrows, DB | Injured | 115 | Hasn't played since Sept. 13 |
๐ Independence Bowl: Coastal Carolina vs. Louisiana Tech (Dec. 30)
- Kickoff: 2 p.m. ET
- Location: Independence Stadium (Shreveport, La.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Coastal Carolina opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Beck, HC | Fired | N/A | DC Jeremiah Johnson interim HC |
| Samari Collier, QB | Injured | 271 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Eli Aragon, WR | Injured | 187 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Nick Del Grande, OT | Transfer portal | 663 | Started 10 games |
| Joseph Hanson, OG | Injured | 572 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Zac Elam, OC | Injured | 408 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Shane Bruce, LB | Injured | 307 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Wyatt Gedeon, LB | Injured | 85 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Myles Mooyoung, CB | Injured | 437 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Dante Thomas, SAF | Injured | 247 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
Louisiana Tech opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blake Baker, QB | Injured | 387 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Evan Bullock, QB | Injured | 107 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Omiri Wiggins, RB | Transfer portal | 272 | 468 rushing yards, 8 TDs |
| Kenneth Bannister, OT | Injured | 306 | Hasn't played since Oct. 9 |
| Mekhi Mason, LB | Transfer portal | 679 | 68 tackles, 14.5 TFLs |
| Kolbe Fields, LB | Injured | 297 | Out for season |
| Jacob Fields, DB | Transfer portal | 775 | 92 tackles, 3 INTs |
| Michael Richard, SAF | Transfer portal | 603 | 39 tackles, 3 INTs |
๐ธ Music City Bowl: Tennessee vs. Illinois (Dec. 30)
- Kickoff: 5:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Nissan Stadium (Nashville, Tenn.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Tennessee opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Banks, DC | Fired | N/A | Interim DC not yet announced |
| Peyton Lewis, RB | Injured | 164 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Chris Brazzell II, WR* | Potential opt-out | 751 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Miles Kitselman, TE | Injured | 530 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Wendell Moe Jr., OG | Injured | 689 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Jordan Ross, LB | Injured | 216 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Boo Carter, CB | Dismissed (transfer portal) | 239 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Jermod McCoy, CB | Injured | 0 | Hasn't played this season (declared for NFL draft) |
| Rickey Gibson III, CB | Injured | 19 | Out for season |
Illinois opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malik Elzy, WR | Injured | 66 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Dezmond Schuster, OT | Injured | 29 | Hasn't played since Oct. 4 |
| Gabe Jacas, DL* | Potential opt-out | 529 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Jojo Hayden, LB | Injured | 239 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Xavier Scott, CB | Injured | 151 | Hasn't played since Sept. 13 |
๐ค Alamo Bowl: USC vs. TCU (Dec. 30)
- Kickoff: 9 p.m. ET
- Location: Alamodome (San Antonio, Texas)
- How to watch: ESPN
USC opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waymond Jordan, RB | Injured | 210 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Eli Sanders, RB | Injured | 133 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Bryan Jackson, RB | Transfer portal | 120 | 123 rushing yards, 4 TDs |
| Makai Lemon, WR* | Expected to opt out | 693 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Ja'Kobi Lane, WR* | Potential opt-out | 559 | Declared for NFL draft |
| DJ Jordan, WR | Transfer portal | 45 | Hasn't played since Nov. 7 |
| Walker Lyons, TE | Transfer portal | 382 | 20 receptions, 223 receiving yards |
| Elijah Paige, OT | Injured | 310 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Alan Noa, OG | Injured | 619 | Missed regular-season finale |
| Devan Thompkins, DL | Transfer portal | 493 | 6.5 TFLs, 3 sacks |
| Gus Cordova, DL | Transfer portal | 24 | Hasn't played since Sept. 6 |
| Braylon Conley, CB | Transfer portal | 201 | 13 tackles |
| Bishop Fitzgerald, SAF | Injured | 540 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Kamari Ramsey, SAF | Injured (declared for NFL draft) | 483 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
TCU opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal Briles, OC | Hired as South Carolina OC | N/A | Interim OC not yet announced |
| Kevorian Barnes, RB | Injured | 243 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Ed Small, WR | Injured | 134 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Avery Helm, CB | Injured | 70 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Bud Clark, SAF | Injured | 664 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Kylin Jackson, SAF | Injured | 217 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Kyle Lemmermann, K | Injured | 14 | Hasn't played since Sept. 1 |
๐ก๏ธ ReliaQuest Bowl: Iowa vs. Vanderbilt (Dec. 31)
- Kickoff: Noon ET
- Location: Raymond James Stadium (Tampa, Fla.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Iowa opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xavier Williams, RB | Injured | 141 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Hayden Large, TE | Injured | 359 | Limited in regular-season finale |
| Addison Ostrenga, TE | Injured | 47 | Out for season |
| TJ Hall, CB | Injured | 537 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
Vanderbilt opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Dickey, QB | Transfer portal | 7 | Third-string |
| Chase Gillespie, RB | Injured | 3 | Hasn't played since Sept. 6 |
| Trent Hudson, WR | Injured | 79 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Yilanan Ouattara, DL | Injured | 15 | Out for season |
๐ Sun Bowl: Arizona State vs. Duke (Dec. 31)
- Kickoff: 2 p.m. ET
- Location: Sun Bowl Stadium (El Paso, Texas)
- How to watch: CBS/Paramount+
Arizona State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Leavitt, QB | Transfer portal | 510 | 1,628 passing yards, 15 total TDs |
| Raleek Brown, RB* | Potential opt-out | 632 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Kyson Brown, RB | Injured | 75 | Has played one snap since Sept. 26 |
| Jordyn Tyson, WR | Injured (declared for NFL draft) | 555 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Chamon Metayer, TE | Opt-out | 688 | 375 receiving yards, 4 TDs |
| Josh Atkins, OT | Transfer portal | 792 | Started all 12 games |
| Joey Su'a, OG | Transfer portal | 9 | Played in two games |
| Ben Coleman, OC | Injured | 381 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Max Iheanachor, OT* | Potential opt-out | 860 | Started all 12 gamess |
| CJ Fite, DL* | Potential opt-out | 539 | 28 tackles, 6.5 TFLs |
| Clayton Smith, DL* | Potential opt-out | 469 | 19 tackles, 4 sacks |
| Tate Romney, LB | Transfer portal | 101 | 13 tackles |
| Zyrus Fiaseau, LB | Injured | 101 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
| Keith Abney II, CB* | Potential opt-out | 786 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Javan Robinson, CB | Transfer portal | 659 | 42 tackles, 2.5 TFLs |
| Rodney Bimage Jr., CB | Injured | 177 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Myles "Ghost" Rowser, SAF* | Potential opt-out | 763 | 79 tackles, 4 TFLs |
| Xavion Alford, SAF | Injured | 122 | Out for season |
Duke opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peyton Jones, RB | Transfer portal | 34 | Hasn't played since Sept. 13 |
| Brian Parker II, OT* | Potential opt-out | 902 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Bryce Davis, DL | Injured | 155 | Missed ACC Championship |
| Nick Morris Jr., LB | Injured | 150 | Out for season |
| Elliott Schaper, LB | Injured | 93 | Out for season |
| Kimari Robinson, CB | Injured | 477 | Missed ACC Championship |
| Terry Moore, SAF | Injured | 0 | Out for season |
๐ Citrus Bowl: Michigan vs. Texas (Dec. 31)
- Kickoff: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Camping World Stadium (Orlando, Fla.)
- How to watch: ABC
Michigan opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherrone Moore, HC | Fired (for cause) | N/A | Associate HC Biff Poggi interim HC |
| Justice Haynes, RB | Injured | 286 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Jordan Marshall, RB | Injured | 314 | Played limited snaps in regular-season finale |
| Semaj Morgan, WR | Injured | 302 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Max Bredeson, TE/FB | Injured | 310 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Hogan Hansen, TE | Injured | 53 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Evan Link, OT | Injured | 373 | Hasn't played since Oct. 8 |
| Dominic Nichols, DL | Injured | 167 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Ernest Hausmann, LB | Injured | 495 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Rod Moore, SAF | Injured | 85 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Mason Curtis, SAF | Injured | 369 | Injured in regular-season finale |
Texas opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJ Baxter, RB | Transfer portal | 161 | 196 rushing yards |
| Jerrick Gibson, RB | Transfer portal | 74 | Left team mid-season |
| Connor Stroh, OL | Transfer portal | 310 | Started 5 games |
| Anthony Hill Jr., LB | Injured (declared for NFL draft) | 563 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Liona Lefau, LB | Transfer portal | 462 | 69 tackles, 3 TFLs |
| Michael Taaffe, SAF* | Potential opt-out | 600 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Derek Williams Jr., SAF | Transfer portal | 204 | 23 tackles |
๐ฐ Las Vegas Bowl: Nebraska vs. Utah (Dec. 31)
- Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas)
- How to watch: ESPN
Nebraska opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Butler, DC | Fired | N/A | Associate HC Phil Snow interim DC |
| Dylan Raiola, QB | Transfer portal (injured) | 522 | Out for season |
| TJ Lateef, QB | Injured | 237 | Injured in regular-season finale |
| Emmett Johnson, RB | Opt-out | 631 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Rocco Spindler, OG* | Potential opt-out | 686 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Gunnar Gottula, OT | Injured | 338 | Hasn't played since Oct. 17 |
| Teddy Prochazka, OT | Injured | 270 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Malcolm Hartzog Jr., DB | Injured | 74 | Out for season |
Utah opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Davis, WR | Injured | 577 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Hunter Andrews, TE | Injured | 105 | Out for season |
| Solatoa Moea'i, OG | Injured | 299 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Spencer Fano, OT* | Potential opt-out | 822 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Caleb Lomu, OT* | Potential opt-out | 823 | Declared for NFL draft |
| John Henry Daley, DL | Injured | 513 | Out for season |
๐งต College Football Playoff Quarterfinal: Cotton Bowl: TBD vs. Ohio State (Dec. 31)
- Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: AT&T Stadium (Arlington, Texas)
- How to watch: ESPN
Ohio State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Hartline, OC/WR coach* | Hired as South Florida HC | N/A | Will continue to coach through CFP |
| Quincy Porter, WR | Injured | 57 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Malik Hartford, SAF | Injured | 38 | Hasn't played since Sept. 13 |
๐ College Football Playoff Quarterfinal: Orange Bowl: TBD vs. Texas Tech (Jan. 1)
- Kickoff: Noon ET
- Location: Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, Fla.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Texas Tech opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Will Hammond, QB | Injured | 250 | Out for season (backup QB) |
| Quinten Joyner, RB | Injured | 0 | Out for season |
| Skyler Gill-Howard, DL | Injured | 165 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
| Maurion Horn, CB | Injured | 108 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
๐น College Football Playoff Quarterfinal: Rose Bowl Game: TBD vs. Indiana (Jan. 1)
- Kickoff: 4 p.m. ET
- Location: Rose Bowl Stadium (Pasadena, Calif.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Indiana opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Beebe Jr., RB | Injured | 43 | Out for season |
| Omar Cooper Jr., WR | Injured | 630 | Injured in Big Ten Championship |
| Makai Jackson, WR | Transfer portal | 51 | 15 receiving yards |
| Stephen Daley, DL | Injured | 528 | Out for season |
| Kellan Wyatt, DL | Injured | 243 | Out for season |
| Brendan Franke, K | Injured | 53 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
๐ฌ College Football Playoff Quarterfinal: Sugar Bowl: TBD vs. Georgia (Jan. 1)
- Kickoff: 8p.m. ET
- Location: Caesars Superdome (New Orleans, La.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Georgia opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chauncey Bowens, RB | Injured | 255 | Injured in SEC Championship |
| Bo Walker, RB | Injured | 43 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
| Colbie Young, WR | Injured | 287 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
| Drew Bobo, OC | Injured | 721 | Missed SEC Championship |
| Jordan Hall, DL | Injured | 153 | Hasn't played since Nov. 1 |
| Daniel Harris, CB | Transfer portal | 138 | 7 tackles |
| Joenel Aguero, SAF | Injured | 563 | Missed SEC Championship |
| Zion Branch, SAF | Injured | 196 | Missed SEC Championship |
| Kyron Jones, SAF | Injured | 209 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
๐๏ธ Armed Forces Bowl: Rice vs. Texas State (Jan. 2)
- Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET
- Location: Amon G. Carter Stadium (Fort Worth, Texas)
- How to watch: ESPN
Rice opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drayden Dickmann, WR | Transfer portal | 653 | 323 receiving yards |
| Tyson Thompson, WR | Injured | 206 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Braylen Walker, WR | Injured | 62 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Landon Ransom-Goelz, WR | Injured | 228 | Hasn't played since Oct. 31 |
| Ejike Adele, DL | Injured | 80 | Hasn't played since Sept. 18 |
| Michael Daley, LB | Injured | 157 | Hasn't played since Sept. 27 |
| Khary Crump, CB | Dismissed | 358 | Hasn't played since Oct. 11 |
| Daveon Hook, SAF | Injured | 236 | Hasn't played since Oct. 31 |
Texas State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tellek Lockette, OG | Transfer portal | 277 | Started 4 games |
| Bryce Carter, DL | Injured | 312 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
๐ฝ Liberty Bowl: Navy vs. Cincinnati (Jan. 2)
- Kickoff: 4:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium (Memphis, Tenn)
- How to watch: ESPN
Navy opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Howard, TE | Injured | 175 | Hasn't played since Oct. 25 |
| Hoke Smith II, OG | Injured | 568 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Job Grant, LB | Injured | 320 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Irabonoise Oniha, CB | Injured | 395 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
Cincinnati opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brendan Sorsby, QB | Transfer portal | 705 | 36 total TDs |
| Dontay Corleone, DL* | Potential opt-out | 352 | Declared for NFL draft |
๐ฅช Duke's Mayo Bowl: Wake Forest vs. Mississippi State (Jan. 2)
- Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte, N.C.)
- How to watch: ESPN
Wake Forest opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demond Claiborne, RB* | Potential opt-out | 487 | Declared for NFL draft |
| Micah Mays Jr., WR | Injured | 417 | Limited in regular-season finale |
| Harry Lodge, TE | Transfer portal | 105 | None |
| George Steih, OG | Injured | 514 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Mateen Ibirogba, DL | Transfer portal | 395 | 21 tackles, 3.5 TFLs |
| Nuer Gatkuoth, DL | Injured | 390 | Hasn't played since Nov. 22 |
Mississippi State opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coleman Hutzler, DC | Fired | N/A | Interim DC not yet announced |
| Will Whitson, DL | Injured | 46 | Hasn't played since Sept. 6 |
| Derion Gullette, LB | Injured | 229 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Jett Jefferson, DB | Injured | 116 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
| Tony Mitchell, SAF | Transfer portal | 374 | 25 tackles |
๐ Holiday Bowl: Arizona vs. SMU (Jan. 2)
- Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Snapdragon Stadium (San Diego, Calif.)
- How to watch: FOX
Arizona opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Wooten, OG | Transfer portal | 230 | Started 2 games |
| Tristan Bounds, OT | Injured | 628 | Hasn't played since Nov. 15 |
| Tiaoalii Savea, DL | Injured | 372 | Hasn't played since Nov. 8 |
| Tre Smith, DL | Injured | 144 | Hasn't played since Oct. 4 |
| Marquis Groves-Killebrew, CB | Injured | 148 | Hasn't played since Oct. 18 |
SMU opt-outs, injuries & transfers
| Player/coach | Status | Snaps played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| La'Modrick Spencer, CB | Injured | 110 | Hasn't played since Sept. 20 |
โ College football bowl FAQs
How many college football bowl games are there this year?
There are 47 matchups during bowl season (one FCS bowl game, 35 FBS bowl games, and 11 CFP games).
When is college football bowl season?
College football bowl season begins Saturday, Dec. 13. The schedule runs through the College Football Playoff National Championship on Monday, Jan. 19.
When does the College Football Playoff start?
The 2025-2026 College Football Playoff begins Friday, Dec. 19, with the first of four first-round games; the other three will be played Saturday, Dec. 20. The quarterfinal games will then be played on Wednesday, Dec. 31, and Thursday, Jan. 1.
The semifinal games will be Thursday, Jan. 8, and Friday, Jan. 9, with the championship game slated for Monday, Jan. 19, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.
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