The college football transfer portal window has just opened, but the pace of entries is already unprecedented. Teams are experiencing varying levels of impact — some with only a few departures, while others face a mass exodus, even as they prepare for bowl games. The early activity underscores how critical the portal has become in shaping rosters across the country, especially this cycle as college football teams will be limited to 105 players next season.
There were already 1,537 FBS players listed in the database as of Monday evening. As restrictions on transfers continue to be limited, the 2024-25 transfer portal cycle could see an even greater influx of players on the move than the previous record-setting cycle. The winter window closes Saturday, Dec. 28. The spring window is set for 10 days, opening April 16 and closing April 25.
So, which power conference college football teams have the most transfer portal departures so far in the winter window?
Below is a look at the power conference teams with the most transfer portal departures so far this 2024-25 cycle as of Tuesday (Dec. 10) at 2:21 p.m. ET:
Transfer portal departures: 19
Nebraska experienced the fewest transfer portal departures of any power conference team last cycle, with just three players leaving. However, the Huskers are now facing increased attrition, a shift head coach Matt Rhule previously warned would be necessary to meet the new roster limit. Some of the early losses have been particularly impactful, especially on defense, following the departure of coordinator Tony White to Florida State.