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Top QB Drew Mestemaker Poised for Transfer After Bowl

12/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Drew Mestemaker, the North Texas quarterback and leading college passer with 4,129 yards and 31 touchdowns, is expected to enter the transfer portal after the New Mexico Bowl on December 27.
Sources indicate he could follow former coach Eric Morris to Oklahoma State and attract interest from other Power 4 programs.
He was named the American Conference Offensive Player of the Year and has three years of eligibility remaining.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA introduced the transfer portal in 2018, allowing athletes to transfer more freely between programs, significantly increasing player mobility. By 2021, over 1,000 football players entered the portal annually, reshaping recruitment strategies and team dynamics. This policy reflects ongoing changes in college athletics, emphasizing athlete autonomy and altering traditional power structures within collegiate sports.

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Story summary

Drew Mestemaker, the North Texas quarterback and leading college passer with 4,129 yards and 31 touchdowns, is expected to enter the transfer portal after the New Mexico Bowl on December 27.
Sources indicate he could follow former coach Eric Morris to Oklahoma State and attract interest from other Power 4 programs.
He was named the American Conference Offensive Player of the Year and has three years of eligibility remaining.

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