There are three transfer portal periods that each have varying degrees of activity. Kentucky is gearing up for another wave of visits and (hopefully) commitments. The most active period ended when the dead period began right before Christmas.

Illinois is adding to its offensive firepower by adding a playmaking receiver from West Virginia from the college football transfer portal.

Michigan football went on a five-day clock following the ReliaQuest Bowl win over Alabama in terms of roster retention. The transfer portal had closed on Dec. 28 but players have until five days after the final game for their respective teams to enter.

The transfer portal closed on Dec. 28, making it the last day players could submit their paperwork to enter the NCAA transfer portal. Now, with so many people entering, the portal has been slow updating,

Michigan has lost one of its 2024 signees to the transfer portal after one season in Ann Arbor, according to On3's Pete Nakos. Former four-star defensive lineman Owen Wafle has entered his name into the portal.