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Just under three months from the start of the 2025 college football season, several Power Four contenders have added key pieces through the transfer portal in hopes of upgrading their rosters.
While many of the big-name signings have drawn plenty of attention coming out of spring camp, not every impactful addition is a household name, yet. Some of the most valuable pickups are lesser-known players identified by sharp personnel staffs and developed by coaches expecting them to contribute immediately this fall.
None of the players listed below crack 247Sports’ top 25 transfer rankings — and most fall well outside the top 100. Some sought a fresh start; others saw opportunity and seized it by betting on themselves in a new environment.
Previous school: New Mexico
Utah moved quickly to land Dampier in December, securing the commitment of both the former New Mexico quarterback and his offensive coordinator, Jason Beck. Dampier helped lead the Lobos to the top of the Mountain West in total offense, averaging 484.3 yards per game — fourth-best in the FBS. Dampier’s 1,166 yards and 19 touchdowns rushing particularly turned heads. If Beck and can continue to refine his passing, Dampier could emerge as one of the Big 12’s breakout stars in 2025.
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Author : Brad Crawford
Publish date : 2025-06-19 13:14:00
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