At a Glance
- Indiana lands former TCU QB Josh Hoover and Michigan State receiver Nick Marsh.
- The Peach Bowl pits undefeated Indiana against Oregon; winner advances to the national title.
- Colorado coach Deion Sanders secures multiple transfers, including Danny Scudero and Kam Perry.
- Why it matters: These moves reshape rosters heading into the playoff and could shift the national championship outcome.
Indiana, undefeated and preparing for the College Football Playoff, has added key talent from the transfer portal. The Hoosiers secured former TCU quarterback Josh Hoover and former Michigan State receiver Nick Marsh, both set to fill critical roles for coach Curt Cignetti. These acquisitions come as the team faces Oregon in the Peach Bowl.
Indiana Transfer Surge
Indiana landed former TCU quarterback Josh Hoover and Michigan State receiver Nick Marsh. Hoover’s 2025 season yielded 3,472 yards, 29 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions, while Marsh posted 1,311 yards and nine touchdowns over two seasons. Both are expected to replace key players for the Hoosiers.
- Josh Hoover – 2025: 3,472 yards, 29 TDs, 13 INTs
- Nick Marsh – 100 receptions, 1,311 yards, 9 TDs
| Player | 2025 Stats | 2024 Stats | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Hoover | 3,472 yards, 29 TDs, 13 INTs | 272/413, 3,472 yards, 29 TDs, 13 INTs | Former TCU starter |
| Nick Marsh | 1,311 yards, 9 TDs | 100 receptions, 1,311 yards, 9 TDs | Freshman record 41 catches, 649 yards |
Peach Bowl Matchup
The Hoosiers (14-0) will face the Ducks (13-1) in the Peach Bowl in Atlanta on Friday night. The winner will advance to the Jan. 19 national championship game.
Texas Tech Gains Sorsby
Brendan Sorsby, former Cincinnati quarterback, announced he is transferring to Texas Tech. Sorsby completed 2,800 yards in each of his last two seasons at Cincinnati, with 27 touchdowns and five interceptions this year.
Wisconsin QBs
Colton Joseph, former Old Dominion quarterback, is heading to Wisconsin after a 2,624-yard, 21-TD season and 1,007 rushing yards. Wisconsin’s quarterback roster has seen yearly turnover since coach Luke Fickell’s arrival, with injuries limiting production.
Illinois & Colorado
Illinois signed Katin Houser from the portal; Houser threw 6,438 yards and 43 touchdowns over four seasons. Colorado’s Deion Sanders added Danny Scudero, Kam Perry, Lamont Lester Jr., Yamil Talib, and Damian Henderson II, with Scudero recording 1,291 yards and 10 TDs at San Jose State.
Key Takeaways
- Indiana’s new additions could be pivotal in the Peach Bowl.
- Texas Tech, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Colorado are bolstering their rosters.
- The transfer portal continues to reshape college football teams heading into the playoff.
The influx of talent across multiple programs underscores the strategic importance of the transfer portal as teams gear up for the national championship.
