One week remains until the Arizona Cardinals begin welcome in their newest wave of rookies.

For as much talent as may inhabit any year’s draft, 2026 carries two pressing questions for the Cardinals: what will the Cardinals do with the No. 3 overall pick, and will 2026 provide Arizona with its potential franchise quarterback?

As GM Monti Ossenfort and head coach Mike LaFleur met with the Phoenix media, Arizona’s course of action started to inch ever closer to clarity.

Cardinals Draft Plans Coming into Focus

Early signs might have pointed to interest in a pass rusher, one of either Miami’s Rueben Bain Jr. or Texas Tech’s David Bailey. The former of the two has fallen somewhat in the league’s eyes due to his physical traits, while the latter appears to be on a collision course with the New York Jets at pick No. 2.

Which leaves the Cardinals in somewhat of a draft purgatory. Come pick No. 3, the most likely best players available will either be Ohio State’s Arvell Reese — a positionless, raw athlete of a defender — or Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love, who plays one of the least premium positions in football. Running back is also arguably the most robustly populated position room in the Cardinals’ organization.

It’s also safe to assume the Cardinals would be on board with a potential trade out of the No. 3 pick. Ossenfort has a history of Draft Day deals, though he said draft conversations have not quite ramped up toward anything concrete. If Arizona does trade down, look for them to target Miami RT Francis Mauigoa — a definitive position of need for the Cardinals.

But it is clear that Ossenfort is not concerned with positional value to an excessive degree. Meaning, he’s not approaching the draft with Arizona’s biggest (or smallest) roster needs in mind.

“I never think it’s a good idea to go into a draft and draft for need,” he said. “I don’t think that’s a good philosophy overall. I think you end up tending to reach at that point.”

“The philosophy that I have that Mike and I have talked about is… we can never go wrong taking who we feel is the best player who fits this team, who is about what we’re about. And when somebody can check those boxes and it’s the guy who’s on the top of the board, like we’re going to be happy with that player, you know, whatever position they’re playing.”

Add a point in the Reese / Love column.

“You just want to draft the best football player that’s going to fit your team and what you’re looking for, regardless of the position,” LaFleur added. “There’s always going to be the ones that you’re going to talk about, the premium positions and all that. What’s been cool about the way I know he’s approaching it and seeing it from afar is, hey, these guys love the game, they’re smart football players, I can tell. If that position’s a punter, and that’s going to help us out, then let’s roll.”

But there is one position the Cardinals can’t afford to totally ignore: quarterback. In a limited QB draft, Arizona’s potential future QB has passed beyond interest — toward inevitability.

Ty Simpson Looks Like Obvious Cardinals QB Choice

With no chance at the gem of 2026’s QB class in Fernando Mendoza, the Cardinals have been linked repeatedly to Alabama QB Ty Simpson. Simpson is not the traditionally eye-popping QB prospect, with a modest 6-foot-1, 211-pound frame. He also has just 15 career starts at the college level.

But in terms of trait and style, Simpson seems like the Cardinals’ obvious pick. Though he did not speak on Simpson specifically, Ossenfort was asked what he looks for in a quarterback. His answer was telling.

“We have different characteristics as it goes for every position. … Accuracy, decision-making, those are always at the forefront,” Ossenfort said. “Every year there’s different flavors of quarterbacks. Different sizes, different styles. The college game looks different than the NFL game does. It’s up to us to really look at those guys and project how they’re gonna translate to our league.

“Every year is different, and we certainly did our share of evaluation on the quarterbacks in this year’s draft.”

It’s not a secret the Cardinals have been vetting Ty Simpson. They spent a top-30 visit with the Alabama prospect. And the very word Ossenfort used — “decisive” — is the first word in ALLCITY draft analyst Fran Duffy’s evaluation of Simpson. The 23-year-old passer does, however, have some inconsistencies in terms of accuracy, though that may be a trait that develops further with reps at the highest level.

And though Simpson is not a seasoned college passer, it’s hard to argue playing for the pinnacle program of college football in an SEC environment is not the closest thing to the NFL level.

“The college game and the pro game are just so different,” LaFleur said. “Where did that college player play, was the competition as high as it was at school A as compared to school B.”

Both LaFleur and Ossenfort did, of course, express confidence in Arizona’s incumbent QB room of Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew. But they did adamantly state that there was no official QB1 at the moment.

“I feel really good about the quarterback position. Why? Because both of those guys have played a lot of football,” LaFleur said. “All we’re trying to do is get a foundational aspect of what this system looks like. I keep telling the guys, you know, we have the foundational aspects of what we want it to look like, but we’re going to fit it to the skill set of what these guys can do.”

LaFleur said that an ideal circumstance might see a veteran passer lead the way ahead of a rookie, but he also did the opposite of rule out starting a newly-drafted signal-caller come September.

“Ultimately, you’re going to play the best player that you think is giving you the best chance to win, period. If all things are equal, then yeah, you would rather have that veteran kind of show that guy,” LaFleur sauid,

“If we all believe as an organization that a young guy is going to give you the best chance during that 60-minute game to win, then you’re gonna throw him out there.”

It looks like Simpson may have a one-way ticket to the desert in the coming week.

Major League Baseball is home to some of the most iconic jerseys in sports history. From the New York Yankees infamous pinstripes to the Los Angeles Dodgers West Coast blue, some of the most storied uniforms have sprouted from the diamond.

Perhaps the best term to encapsulate baseball’s button-up uniforms is timeless. The Detroit Tigers have plastered the traditional old-English “D” on their left chest for over 120 years. The St. Louis Cardinals have rolled out the ever more consistent “birds on the bat” logo since 1922.

However, the league attempted something brand new in 2021, steering away from the longstanding white and grey jerseys and introducing City Connects.

Opening with the Boston Red Sox donning yellow and blue in their “Boston Marathon” uniforms, fan reaction was tepid early on. Now, every year, the league unveils brand new experimental City Connect jerseys for eight new teams.

This year’s rendition was released last week, leaving us with one question: Which one is the best?

8. Texas Rangers

The Texas Rangers returned to a simpler intention with these jerseys, paying homage to Vaqueros, or Mexican cowboys.

The Rangers will wear red for the first time since retiring their red alternates in 2022. The hue is derived from cochineal insects found in Mexico and Central America, a significant color in Mexican culture.

The blocky “Tejas” across the middle and the thick “T” on the hat nod to Texas’ uniforms throughout the 1970s and 80s. The sleeve patch is the strongest variable on the jersey, with a white Texas state outline on top of a symmetrical papel picado.

These unis aren’t bad at all, but are just too safe when it comes to a City Connect. When comparing to some provocative renderings like the Philadelphia Phillies – not saying these are worse than the Phils’ montrosities – these Rangers’ threads feel bland and collegiate.

7. Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals mixed a white base with a blue and purple gradient in these dubious uniforms. The intention is to celebrate Kansas City as the heart of the nation while launching into a new era of Royals baseball.

The gradient comes from inspirations of Kasas City’s City of Fountains logo adopted in 1991. The new crown logo that appears on the hat and above the “R” on the chest represents a new chapter within the team while honoring its history.

The Royals had a strong intention with this, but poor execution. It once again fails the rubric of a brazen City Connect jersey. They took a step back from the team’s first City Connect in 2022 and fell flat with this design.

6. Pittsburgh Pirates

Spots number six and number five on this list can be interchangeable. This is also the first solid jersey in the new group. The Pirates went with a threatening, black design that was mocked up well. That said, the only thing holding them back is the failure to be inventive.

The Bucs have an eerily similar alternate to these new jerseys that they’ve been wearing for years. The black base with yellow trim has been done – and done well – ever since the Pirates have been a team.

Complemented with black pants, there’s no doubt that these threads will look good on the field. However, a team entering an exciting new era with young talent at every corner, the potential for these was far better than what was delivered.

5. San Diego Padres

In a similar taste to the Pirates, these new San Diego Padres jerseys are great, yet reasonably underwhelming. They replicated the same concept from their old City Connects and returned with a dull sequel.

The threads are inspired by Dia de los Muertos, with a tremendous sleeve patch and corresponding color themes. There’s a yellow-pink gradient within the “San Diego” wordmark inspired by spectacular sunsets and the active California lifestyle.

Although these would make terrific regular alternate jerseys, they fall flat when it comes to City Connects. They took a sizeable step back compared to 2022’s version, and landed in the middle of the pack on this list.

4. Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds delivered with a clean all-red City Connect to match their all-black Connects that the club is keeping in rotation. The jerseys go with the same design as the pants, putting out a color rush red-on-red combination that represents the city of Cincinnati.

There are subtle pinstripes that define a classic element of the Reds’ history and set up for a later reference. The shade of red on the jersey darkens once the shoulder hits, imitating a vintage vest-style uniform. The pinstripes stop at the shoulder to reinforce the look.

Shockingly enough, for a team titled after a color, this will be the first time Cincinnati wears a red-on-red jersey blend. They executed a fresh style while honoring the history of the team, putting them in the top half of the newest City Connect jerseys.

3. Milwaukee Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers presented a unique ocean blue jersey with by far the best sleeve patch out of the new bunch. The blue base represents Wisconsin’s endless shorelines and lakes, with cream accents to depict sandy shores.

The “Wisco” wordmark is a call-back to the Brewers’ time spent in the American Association baseball league in the early 1900s. There’s a stripe from the collar down to the shoulder with a wheat braid that references Milwaukee’s brewing industry. The orange and pink gradients throughout the jersey illustrate Midwest sunsets and serve as the backdrop to the sleeve patch wth a reimagined Barrelman.

There are no other jerseys like this within the new designs. They balance a classic old school font with an exploratory, fresh scheme for the team.

2. Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles greatly improved their City Connect jersey with this “BMore” design, a hybrid of Baltimore culture and O’s baseball.

The wordmark across the chest is supposed to symbolize neighborhoods in Baltimore, with the vintage Oriole perched atop the letters. The circular sleeve patch is the best addition to the uniform, representing plaque stamps of home runs hit to Eutaw Street inside Camden Yards.

While this jersey feels more like an alternate than a City Connect, the O’s still executed a great concept. It doesn’t steer too far from the team’s identity while bringing in a new intention.

1. Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves absolutely delivered with these powder blue City Connects, inspired by their old jerseys from the 1980s. These unis perfectly teeter the line between utilizing a vintage aesthetic while remaining modern.

The cursive “Atlanta” wordmark is a replica of the 80s interpretations, with an updated, subtle red and blue outline. The sleeve patch pays homage to the SuperStation WTBS, the first national cable station that revolutionized television, which originated in Atlanta.

The hats use the Braves’ historic “a” logo to bring it all home and complete the look. These are uniquely pull-over jerseys, becoming the second City Connect to not have buttons. While it could act as a reference to the 80s, according to the Braves’ Instagram, the players elected to wear a pull-over to optimize comfort and performance.

Atlanta has the best jersey of the new City Connects beyond doubt. It will be a treat to see these, along with the other seven on the field, all season long.

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After a quieter first couple months of the year, commitments are starting to pick up as crucial spring visits are leading 2027 prospects to early decisions.

That, along with multiple ranking updates across the recruiting industry, has led to some frequent changes in the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings. Early on, the Southwest continues to dominate.

Texas A&M, Texas Tech and Oklahoma have each held the top spot at various points this cycle, but it’s the Aggies that currently sit atop the rankings, as of April 16. The top 10 is loaded with usual suspects like Ohio State, USC, Miami and Oregon.

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Things will only ramp up from here, meaning the rankings will fluctuate heavily across the next few months. Below is a look at where things stand, as of April 16:

1. Texas A&M — 94.985

12 total commits
2 five-stars | 9 four-stars | 1 three-star
Top Commit: EDGE Zyron Forstall, No. 17 NATL. (No. 2 EDGE)

The Aggies added a pledge from four-star WR Jaden Upshaw this week and now have six top-100 overall prospects in the mix early on. Forstall pledged at the end of March and flanks five-star safety Kamarui Dorsey at the top of the class. A&M has an elite defensive back haul in Dorsey, four-star CB Raylaun Henry and four-star safety JayQuan Snell, all three of whom are top-50 recruits.

2. Texas Tech — 94.429

7 total commits
1 five-star | 5 four-stars | 1 three-star
Top Commit: DL Jalen Brewster, No. 1 NATL.

Joey McGuire and the Red Raiders have announced their arrival on the recruiting trail. Four top-50 commitments, headlined by Brewster, the nation’s top-ranked recruit, are in the boat thus far. Brewster has been in the mix since October and was joined by four-star QB Kavian Bryant and four-star WR Benny Easter Jr. a month later. Earlier this week, TTU landed elite EDGE Anthony Sweeney, who’s now the No. 21 overall prospect and will likely retain five-star status as the rankings expand later this year.

3. Oklahoma — 93.881

20 total commits
1 five-stars | 11 four-stars | 8 three-stars
Top Commit: OT Cooper Hackett, No. 16 NATL. (No. 3 OT)

The Sooners have nearly filled out their entire class before official visit season. No program has more commits than OU, but that’s not what has the SEC program pushing for the No. 1 ranking. Nine top-200 prospects are committed. Headlining the haul is the OT duo of Hackett and four-star Kaeden Penny. The blue-chip linebacker duo of Cooper Witten and Taven Epps highlight the defensive side of the ball. Keldrid Ben is the No. 5 RB in the class, while Seneca Driver is the No. 1 TE in the Rivals300.

4. Ohio State — 93.663

9 total commits
2 five-stars | 4 four-stars | 3 three-stars
Top Commit: EDGE David Jacobs, No. 4 NATL. (No. 1 EDGE)

Jacobs’ commitment in December had plenty of twists and turns, but it was Ohio State that made a late move to beat Miami for the Five-Star Plus+ prospect. Five-star WR Jamier Brown, the No. 1 recruit in Ohio, has been pledged to the Buckeyes since November 2024 and he remains rock-solid. Another elite in-state commitment came from four-star IOL Kellen Wymer, the nation’s No. 5 IOL, in November. Five top-200 recruits are committed to OSU thus far.

5. USC — 93.137

10 total commits
1 five-stars | 5 four-stars | 4 three-stars
Top Commit: ATH Honor Fa’alave-Johnson, No. 19 NATL. (No. 1 ATH)

After signing the No. 1 class in the 2026 cycle, Lincoln Riley and the Trojans are back in the mix in 2027. In-state recruiting has been key to this point. All but one commit in the class hails from the Golden State thus far. Fa’alave-Johnson pledged last month and could play numerous positions on both sides of the ball at the next level. Four-star WR Quentin Hale and the four-star CB partnership of Danny Lang and Aaryn Washington are the other top-100 recruits committed thus far.

6. Georgia — 92.410

8 total commits
2 five-stars | 2 four-stars | 4 three-stars
Top Commit: RB Kemon Spell, No. 5 NATL. (No. 1 RB)

The Bulldogs won out for Spell, a former Penn State pledge, on Feb. 2. He’s now a Five-Star Plus+ prospect and is the consensus top-ranked RB in the nation. Last summer, UGA won out for five-star CB Donte Wright. Others are pushing for a flip but he’s still locked in with Kirby Smart and Co. to date. Four-star CB Jerry Outhouse and four-star OT Kelsey Adams are both top-150 recruits and top-20 players at their respective positions.

7. Florida — 92.238

6 total commits
1 five-star | 4 four-stars | 1 three-star
Top Commit: IOL Maxwell Hiller, No. 3 NATL. (No. 1 IOL)

No program is currently hotter on the trail than Florida. Jon Sumrall and his staff have now landed Hiller, a Five-Star Plus+ prospect, four-star QB Davin Davidson and four-star CB Aamaury Fountain this month. Fountain, the No. 25 recruit and No. 4 corner in the Rivals300, flipped from South Carolina. Davidson is the No. 10 QB in the cycle. Last month, UF landed four-star ATH Tramond Collins for the second time. Collins is the No. 114 recruit overall.

8. Miami — 92.050

10 total commits
0 five-stars | 6 four-stars | 4 three-stars
Top Commit: WR Nick Lennear, No. 26 NATL. (No. 6 WR)

It’ll be tough for another ACC program to leap past the Hurricanes. Mario Cristobal and Co. have closed on numerous top targets early on. Lennear was trending toward The U for a long time and finally committed last month. He’s one of eight in-state commits in the class already. Earlier this month, elite QB Israel Abrams, now the No. 2 passer in the nation, locked in with Miami. Other top commits include four-star IOL Sean Tatum and four-star safety Jaylyn Jones. Tatum is the No. 9 IOL in the cycle.

9. Notre Dame — 91.984

9 total commits
0 five-stars | 8 four-stars | 1 three-star
Top Commit: CB Xavier Hasan, No. 54 NATL. (No. 7 CB)

No program is more synonymous with building recruiting classes early than Notre Dame. The Irish are in great position to ink another top-10 haul this cycle. Hasan, four-star CB Ace Alston and four-star safety Khalil Terry form an elite defensive back trio atop the class. Four-star IOL James Halter is the No. 7 IOL in the cycle. Last month brought two blue-chip RB commitments via Isaiah Rogers and Lathan Whisenton.

10. Oregon — 91.902

8 total commits
0 five-stars | 6 four-stars | 2 three-stars
Top Commit: EDGE Rashad Streets, No. 66 NATL. (No. 9 EDGE)

The Ducks have made some big moves this month, landing a trio of of blue-chip commitments from Streets, four-star CB Ai’King Hall and four-star CB Josiah Molden. Hall is the No. 10 corner and No. 1 player in Alabama, while Molden checks in as the No. 1 recruit in Oregon. Zane Rowe and Cam Pritchett are both four-star D-linemen in the mix. Rowe is the No. 104 recruit and No. 11 DL in the nation. February brought a commitment from four-star RB Cadarius McMiller, the No. 10 RB in the cycle.

Classes 11-25

11. Texas — 90.173
12. Tennessee — 89.652
13. Louisville — 89.485
14. Nebraska — 89.395
15. Clemson — 89.230

16. Washington — 89.224
17. Kentucky — 89.069
18. Wisconsin — 88.835
19. SMU — 88.792
20. Michigan — 88.690

21. Penn State — 88.428
22. Vanderbilt — 88.324
23. Cal — 88.046
24. Minnesota — 87.858
25. UCLA — 87.726

The NCAA transfer portal officially opened at midnight on April 7 with thousands of college basketball players prepared to evaluate their futures. In the new offseason format, all players must submit an entry by April 21 to change programs.

As top prospects continue to commit to their new program, the updated list of available players and list of best committed players will continue to update. However, the list of top prospects will likely hold steady rather with only a handful of potential entries left to shake things up.

As college basketball’s top programs quickly move to evaluate the best players available and build a new-look roster, here is a look at the Top 25 players overall in the transfer portal. These rankings reflect the On3 Industry Rankings.

1. Flory Bidunga, C

Flory Bidunga is coming off a strong sophomore season at Kansas. He announced his commitment to Louisville alongside Jackson Shelstad, but also entered the NBA Draft process, with the college route looking increasingly appealing this offseason.

The 6-foot-9 center plays a position of value and scarcity, only adding to his value. He averaged 13.3 points and 9.0 rebounds with 2.6 blocks this season for the Jayhawks, winning Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and All-Big 12 honors.

2. Milan Momcilovic, PF

Milan Momcilovic decided to enter the transfer portal while going through the NBA Draft process, evaluating all options for his future off an impressive season with Iowa State. He brings a top-end skill which every team at the college and professional level will value, emerging as one of the best 3-point shooters in the game.

The 6-foot-8 forward has shown the ability to play both the small forward and power forward position as well. He averaged 16.9 points and 3.1 rebounds in an All-Big 12 season where he shot 48.7-percent from beyond the arc.

3. Massamba Diop, C

Massamba Diop entered the transfer portal after a successful freshman campaign for Arizona State. His big production has made him a name to watch for plenty of big programs looking to add frontcourt help, attaching a do-not-contact tag to his entry.

The 7-foot-1 center averaged 13.6 points and 5.8 rebounds, adding 2.1 blocks across 33 starts. He also upped his game throughout the season, posting better averages in Big 12 play while showing flashes of perimeter shooting.

4. Juke Harris, SG

Juke Harris enters the transfer portal as one of the top wing options in college basketball. The former Wake Forest star took a major leap forward in production this season, leading him to test the NBA Draft waters during this process as well.

The 6-foot-7 guard brings great positional size to the table, averaging 21.4 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.9 assists on the way to All-ACC honors and the ACC’s Most Improved Player award. He has two years of eligibility remaining if he remains in college basketball.

5. John Blackwell, SG

John Blackwell has emerged as one of the best guard options in college basketball, choosing to enter the transfer portal while testing NBA Draft waters this offseason. The former Wisconsin star has grown each season, going from an All-Freshman selection in 2023-24 to All-Big Ten in 2025-26.

The 6-foot-4 guard is coming off a season where he averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.3 assists, providing well-rounded value from the guard spot. He enters the 2026-27 season with one year of eligibility remaining.

6. Allen Graves, PF

Allen Graves comes off a freshman season which turned heads at Santa Clara, putting up historic analytic value throughout the season. His profile will appeal in a big way to program which value the underlying metrics, provided he withdraws from the NBA Draft process.

The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 11.8 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.9 steals this season while shooting 41.3-percent from the 3-point line. He did all this with a PER of 29.6 and Box Plus/Minus of 13.4 which has the analytics community raving about his potential.

7. PJ Haggerty, SG

PJ Haggerty was a consensus All-American during the 2024-25 season, then headed to Kansas State in the transfer portal. He will now make the move to Texas A&M where he can take on SEC competition in a fast-paced offense.

The 6-foot-1 guard averaged 23.4 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists in the Big 12 this season. He promises to carry great value as top teams look for a scoring punch at the guard spot.

8. Paulius Murauskas, PF

Two-time All-WCC selection Paulius Murauskas has entered the transfer portal after seeing his head coach, Randy Bennett, leave for Arizona State. After spending his first college season at Arizona, he broke out as a St. Mary’s star.

The 6-foot-8 forward brings size and versatility to the frontcourt, averaging 18.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 2.1 assists while shooting 33.3-percent from the 3-point line. He has one year of eligibility left.

9. Miles Byrd, SG

Miles Byrd committed to Providence after starring for San Diego State. The defensive wing has tested the NBA Draft waters before and is highly-touted for his positional size and value on his way to two All-Mountain West honors and two All-Defense honors, which culminated with a Defensive Player of the Year award.

The 6-foot-7 wing averaged 10.4 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists this season. He added 1.9 steals and 1.2 blocks on the defensive end, showing his all-around value and potential impact in any system.

10. David Punch, PF

David Punch took a major leap forward this season, becoming a two-way star at TCU before hitting the transfer portal to test his market. He brings value to both ends of the floor to Texas as he moves into the SEC.

The 6-foot-7 forward averaged 14.1 points and 6.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 34 games this season. He also added 1.3 steals and 1.9 blocks per game to his total, ranking among the top disruptors in the Big 12.

11. Stefan Vaaks, SG

Stefan Vaaks enters the transfer portal after a strong freshman season at Providence which saw him emerge as a high-level scorer. The Big East All-Freshman selection brings great positional size and versatility to Illinois as they look to follow up a Final Four.

The 6-foot-7 guard averaged 15.8 points, 3.2 assists and 2.5 rebounds while shooting 35-percent from the 3-point line. The Estonian product started 22 of 31 games and upped his averages during Big East play.

12. Isaiah Johnson, PG

Isaiah Johnson had a breakout freshman season at Colorado, going from three-star prospect in the Rivals Industry Rankings to a coveted transfer portal target. He now makes a move to Texas, where he will play alongside David Punch.

The 6-foot-1 guard averaged 16.9 points, 2.9 rebounds and 3.0 assists on the season. He started 15 of the 32 games, including 14 in Big 12 play after emerging as one of the team’s go-to options.

13. Moustapha Thiam, C

Moustapha Thiam enters the NCAA transfer portal for a second straight season, starting his college career at UCF before spending the last season at Cincinnati. He brings versatility as a center, protecting the rim on defense with flashes of a perimeter game on offense.

The 7-foot-1 big man averaged 12.8 points and 7.1 rebounds this season across 31 starts while shooting 52.5-percent from the field. He added 1.6 blocks, and averaged 2.6 blocks as a freshman in the Big 12.

14. Aidan Sherrell, C

Aidan Sherrell had a breakout season with Alabama as a sophomore, choosing to enter the transfer portal and test a robust market for players with his skillset. He now lands at Indiana, which has invested big in its starting lineup entering Year Two under Darian DeVries.

The 6-foot-11 big man averaged 11.1 points and 6.2 rebounds across 34 games this season,. He also shot 33.8-percent from beyond the 3-point line while doubling his attempts from a freshman campaign where he shot 33.3-percent beyond the arc.

15. Somto Cyril, C

Somto Cyril entered the transfer portal after a big season for Georgia where he showed off his physical style of play. The athletic center drew widespread interest before committing to Miami for the 2026-27 season.

At 6-foot-11, he averaged 9.3 points and 5.4 rebounds, adding 2.2 blocks per game. He also finished as an All-SEC Defensive Team selection after taking on an increased role as a sophomore.

16. Neoklis Avdalas, CG

Neoklis Avdalas opted to join college basketball after withdrawing from the NBA Draft process last season, landing at Virginia Tech late in the cycle. He now makes a move to North Carolina under first-year head coach Michael Malone.

The 6-foot-7 guard averaged 12.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and 4.6 assists in his first season. The key to his long-term success is improving on the 38.6-percent mark from the field, which could be aided by playing with more high-level scorers where he lands.

17. Jackson Shelstad, PG

Jackson Shelstad entered the transfer portal after an injury set back his junior season at Oregon. He now joins forces with Flory Bidunga at Louisville, hoping to assemble and instant contender.

The 6-foot point guard averaged a career-high 15.6 points, 2.9 rebounds and 4.9 assists across 12 games. He has averaged double-figures in all three college seasons, with an All-Big Ten nod in 2024-25.

18. Dedan Thomas, PG

Dedan Thomas opted to enter the transfer portal for a second-straight season after LSU’s coaching change. He lands at Houston where he will take over the point guard role for a Big 12 contender.

The 6-foot-1 guard averaged 15.3 points and 6.5 assists during 16 games at LSU. In the two seasons prior, he was an All-Mountain West selection and averaged double figures in each college year.

19. Donnie Freeman, PF

Donnie Freeman entered college basketball as a top recruit, spending two seasons at Syracuse before entering the transfer portal. After suffering an injury as a freshman, he bounced back with big production as a sophomore.

The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 16.5 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.3 assists this season. He added significant value on the defensive end to what he showed early in his career, adding more value to him on the market this offseason.

20. Markus Burton, PG

Markus Burton hit the transfer portal after injury set back his 2025-26 season at Notre Dame. He lands with in-state rival Indiana for next season as he looks to rebound to his previous scoring production while in the Big Ten.

The 5-foot-10 guard averaged 18.5 points, 2.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 10 games. The two-time All-ACC selection averaged 21.3 points as a sophomore the season before, ranking among the top scorers in college basketball.

21. KJ Lewis, SG

KJ Lewis enters the transfer portal for a second-straight season, breaking out at Georgetown. He will now move to USC in the Big Ten, looking to capitalize on his increased role which earned him All-Big East honors.

The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 14.9 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists this season. He started his career at Arizona, where he spent two seasons as a role player off the bench as a two-way producer.

22. Najai Hines, PF

Najai Hines came off the bench for Seton Hall as a freshman big man. His ability to impact the defensive end of the floor will make him a valuable piece for any team looking for frontcourt help.

The 6-foot-10 forward averaged just 6.5 points and 5.5 rebounds in his first college season. He added 2.2 blocks to his box score while posting efficient numbers off the bench all year.

23. Paul McNeil, SG

Paul McNeil took a massive leap forward at NC State during his sophomore season, but hit the transfer portal after seeing Will Wade leave. After improving his 3-point shooting, he will draw widespread interest on the wing.

The 6-foot-5 guard averaged 13.8 points and 3.6 rebounds this season, while shooting 42.7-percent from beyond the arc. He also took on a much larger role, going from role player to starter.

24. Terrence Hill, SG

Terrence Hill entered the NCAA transfer portal after an All-Atlantic 10 season for VCU which also saw him earn the league’s Most Improved Player and Sixth Man of the Year awards. Despite coming off the bench, he was among the most impactful players on the roster.

The 6-foot-3 guard averaged 15 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.8 assists as a sophomore, taking a big leap from his freshman numbers. Despite playing 25 minutes, he came off the bench in 34 of 36 games.

Mouhamed Sylla, C

Mouhamed Sylla started his freshman season strong, asserting himself as a high-level rebounder and interior presence for Georgia Tech. After entering the transfer portal, he chose to join a new-look West Virginia team with plenty promise for his future.

The 6-foot-10 big man averaged 9.6 points and 7.2 rebounds over 16 games this season, adding 1.2 blocks to his total. However, his season was cut short by injury, allowing him to play just three ACC games.

The NCAA transfer portal officially opened at midnight on April 7 with thousands of college basketball players ready to find a new home for the 2026-27 season. As more players continue to enter the mix, many of the top players have already found a new school.

As every program across the sport looks to fill out its roster, a select few competing at the top of the sport can claim one of the top players available. Even fewer, all with eyes set on competing deep in the NCAA Tournament, can get commitments from multiple.

As college basketball’s top programs quickly move to finish assembling a new-look roster, here is a look at the Top 10 players committed in the transfer portal. These rankings reflect the On3 Industry Rankings.

1. Flory Bidunga, Louisville

Flory Bidunga is coming off a strong sophomore season at Kansas. He announced his commitment to Louisville alongside Jackson Shelstad, but also entered the NBA Draft process, with the college route looking increasingly appealing this offseason.

The 6-foot-9 center plays a position of value and scarcity, only adding to his value. He averaged 13.3 points and 9.0 rebounds with 2.6 blocks this season for the Jayhawks, winning Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and All-Big 12 honors.

2. PJ Haggerty, Texas A&M

PJ Haggerty was a consensus All-American during the 2024-25 season, then headed to Kansas State in the transfer portal. He will now make the move to Texas A&M where he can take on SEC competition in a fast-paced offense.

The 6-foot-1 guard averaged 23.4 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists in the Big 12 this season. He promises to carry great value as top teams look for a scoring punch at the guard spot.

3. Miles Byrd, Providence

Miles Byrd committed to Providence after starring for San Diego State. The defensive wing has tested the NBA Draft waters before and is highly-touted for his positional size and value on his way to two All-Mountain West honors and two All-Defense honors, which culminated with a Defensive Player of the Year award.

The 6-foot-7 wing averaged 10.4 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists this season. He added 1.9 steals and 1.2 blocks on the defensive end, showing his all-around value and potential impact in any system.

4. David Punch, Texas

David Punch took a major leap forward this season, becoming a two-way star at TCU before hitting the transfer portal to test his market. He brings value to both ends of the floor to Texas as he moves into the SEC.

The 6-foot-7 forward averaged 14.1 points and 6.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 34 games this season. He also added 1.3 steals and 1.9 blocks per game to his total, ranking among the top disruptors in the Big 12.

5. Stefan Vaaks, Illinois

Stefan Vaaks enters the transfer portal after a strong freshman season at Providence which saw him emerge as a high-level scorer. The Big East All-Freshman selection brings great positional size and versatility to Illinois as they look to follow up a Final Four.

The 6-foot-7 guard averaged 15.8 points, 3.2 assists and 2.5 rebounds while shooting 35-percent from the 3-point line. The Estonian product started 22 of 31 games and upped his averages during Big East play.

6. Isaiah Johnson, Texas

Isaiah Johnson had a breakout freshman season at Colorado, going from three-star prospect in the Rivals Industry Rankings to a coveted transfer portal target. He now makes a move to Texas, where he will play alongside David Punch.

The 6-foot-1 guard averaged 16.9 points, 2.9 rebounds and 3.0 assists on the season. He started 15 of the 32 games, including 14 in Big 12 play after emerging as one of the team’s go-to options.

7. Aidan Sherrell, C

Aidan Sherrell had a breakout season with Alabama as a sophomore, choosing to enter the transfer portal and test a robust market for players with his skillset. He now lands at Indiana, which has invested big in its starting lineup entering Year Two under Darian DeVries.

The 6-foot-11 big man averaged 11.1 points and 6.2 rebounds across 34 games this season,. He also shot 33.8-percent from beyond the 3-point line while doubling his attempts from a freshman campaign where he shot 33.3-percent beyond the arc.

8. Somto Cyril, Miami

Somto Cyril entered the transfer portal after a big season for Georgia where he showed off his physical style of play. The athletic center drew widespread interest before committing to Miami for the 2026-27 season.

At 6-foot-11, he averaged 9.3 points and 5.4 rebounds, adding 2.2 blocks per game. He also finished as an All-SEC Defensive Team selection after taking on an increased role as a sophomore.

9. Neoklis Avdalas, North Carolina

Neoklis Avdalas opted to join college basketball after withdrawing from the NBA Draft process last season, landing at Virginia Tech late in the cycle. He now makes a move to North Carolina under first-year head coach Michael Malone.

The 6-foot-7 guard averaged 12.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and 4.6 assists in his first season. The key to his long-term success is improving on the 38.6-percent mark from the field, which could be aided by playing with more high-level scorers where he lands.

10. Jackson Shelstad, Louisville

Jackson Shelstad entered the transfer portal after an injury set back his junior season at Oregon. He now joins forces with Flory Bidunga at Louisville, hoping to assemble and instant contender.

The 6-foot point guard averaged a career-high 15.6 points, 2.9 rebounds and 4.9 assists across 12 games. He has averaged double-figures in all three college seasons, with an All-Big Ten nod in 2024-25.