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How the Heck Does the Transfer Portal Work?

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If you’re an NC State fan, you’ve seen 10 Wolfpack players already declare they will be entering the Transfer Portal. You might be freaking out, wondering why no players are announcing they are coming here yet, when people have already said they are leaving. Well, there’s good reason for that, so take a breath, and let’s try to understand the insanity of the Transfer Portal.

For starters, every player can transfer from a 4-year college to another 4-year college one time without having to sitting out a season. After a player graduates, they can transfer as many times as they want, and have immediate eligibility. There are other exceptions where a player could transfer to a 4-year college more than once, but I’m not going to dive into all of that here.

There are two windows in which players can officially enter the Portal. There is a 30 day window, beginning on December 4th, and ending on January 2nd, and there is another one in the Spring from May 1-15. The window for entering the Portal shrank by 15 days this year, through a new revision to the rules this Fall. The 30-day window in the Fall used to be 45-days, but was reduced by 15 days. The Total amount of days between the two windows was 60 days in total, and now it is 45.

Even though you are seeing players “enter” the Transfer Portal, they technically won’t “enter” the Portal until this upcoming Sunday. What they are doing is announcing that they will be entering.

Let me make 2 quick caveats to what I just said. If a player deciding to transfer is a graduate student, they have the ability to enter the Transfer Portal immediately, and don’t have to wait until December 4th. The same is true for a player whose coach was fired or left the program.

Technically speaking, schools are not allowed to reach out to prospective schools, and vice versa, until December 4th, but lets not pretend all kind of shenanigans are taking place. Graduate students, and players whose coaches were fired or left, do have an advantage, being able to enter before the 4th, because they can go ahead and start talking with schools. That’s how Texas A&M Quarterback Max Johnson already committed to UNC.

Currently, NC State has 10 players that have declared they are entering the Transfer Portal, which is the most of any team in the ACC at this point. Last year, the Wolfpack had a total of 12 players enter the Portal, which was one of the lowest in the ACC. I do expect to see more players transfer out of NC State this year, compared to last year, because there are changes in NLI at NC State this year. From my understanding, there was a commitment that every player on scholarship would receive/earn a minimum of $25k last year. I don’t believe that policy is in place anymore, which could lead to more turnover, but also lead to having a bigger pot to try to catch bigger fish in the Portal.

A word of advice to NC State fans. Don’t start freaking out. The Portal hasn’t even opened yet. When it does, just go ahead and brace yourself, and hold on until January 2nd, and then evaluate where things stand.

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Matthew is Publisher and Co-Owner of Pack Insider. He is also the Lead Pastor of The Point Church in Cary, NC.

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brad58
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5 months ago

If a player is in the transfer portal does that mean they will not play and/or we don’t let them play in the bowl game.

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5 months ago
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Not necessarily. A player can enter the Portal, and then decide to pull out of the Portal, choosing to continue at the school they are at.

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PI EXCLUSIVE: Akron Safety Kerry Martin Jr. Breaks Down His Commitment to NC State

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May 8, 2024

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Akron Safety Kerry Martin Jr. committed to NC State earlier today after wrapping up an Official Visit. I caught up with Martin Jr. to get his reasons for deciding to run with the Wolfpack.

Why did you decide to spend your final year of eligibility at NC State?

It was a no brainer. Along with the relationships that are already instilled, I see that I have an opportunity to come in and uphold the standard that has been set. I also have the shot to be able to continue to pursue the next level and where is a better place to be than with those who know your capabilities as an athlete, and will continue to mold me as a man using their experiences in life.

How much did your prior connection to Coach Gibson play into your decision?

The connection between us was the factor. Unfortunately, I was not able to learn from his by initially signing to WVU out of high school. You can say that life has its way of making things come full circle. Much gratitude for the situation I’m coming into, especially with open arms amongst the staff and players.

Did you talk to your cousin Derrek about his time in Raleigh?

I have not discussed it in depth with him yet, but I will soon. I’d imagine it would only exceed my expectations because of his relationships I hear about with his former teammates here.

With one year left, what’s your goals for next season?

My goal is to solely do what it takes to win, add more value to the team and compete to get to the next venture we all dream about.

What type of player is NC State getting in Kerry Martin Jr.?

The type of player NC State is getting out of me is a blue collar worker. Appreciative for everything that has come to me, and that will come. A humble person that you can talk to, so if you see me and recognize me, don’t hesitate to stop for a conversation as I enjoy learning about others.

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Akron Safety Kerry Martin Jr. Commits to NC State!

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NC State just landed a commitment from Akron Safety Kerry Martin Jr. (6’1”/195).

Martin Jr. began an Official Visit at NC State yesterday.

Prior to the visit, Martin Jr. was familiar with NC State, because he was recruited by Wolfpack Defensive Coordinator Tony Gibson before he left West Virginia to come to Raleigh. Even though he never coached him, a relationship was established.

Martin Jr.’s connections to NC State are deeper than that. Former NC State Cornerback Derrek Pitts, who is currently a member of the Tampa Bay Bucs, is his cousin.

This past year, Martin Jr. recorded 45 tackles, 2 interceptions and 6 pass breakups for Akron, starting in 9 of the 11 games he played in. His PFF Grade was 68.9.

In 2022, he had 53 tackles, 1 interception and 1 pass breakup, starting in 9 of the 11 games he played in. Martin Jr.’s PFF Grade was 60.9.

In 2019, as a Freshman for West Virginia, Martin Jr. earned PFF Freshman All-American honors, recording a grade of 70.6, with 50 tackles and 3 pass breakups.

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Ohio St. Transfer Safety Ja’Had Carter is Officially Visiting NC State Today

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May 7, 2024

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Ohio State Transfer Safety Ja’Had Carter (6’1″/205) is taking an Official Visit to NC State beginning today according to a source.

Carter played in 8 games as a reserve (6 at Safety/2 on strictly Special Teams) for the Buckeyes this past season, recording 5 tackles.

Prior to joining Ohio St., Carter played his first 3 seasons at Syracuse. In 2022, he was All-ACC Honorable Mention, tallying 36 tackles, 3 interceptions and 3 pass breakups. In 2020, as a True Freshman, Carter earned Freshman All-American status. Over three seasons with the Orange, Carter started in 28 of the 31 games he has played in.

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Colorado DT Transfer Chazz Wallace is Taking an Official Visit to NC State Tomorrow

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May 6, 2024

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NC State has offered Colorado Defensive Tackle Transfer Chazz Wallace (6’2″/295), and he confirmed with me that he will be taking an Official Visit to Raleigh tomorrow.

Wallace played in 10 games for Coach Prime this past season, starting in 4. He finished with 11 tackles and 1.5 sacks. His PFF Grade was 56.4.

Prior to Colorado, Wallace spent his first three years at Old Dominion.

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