Alabama Acquires NC State Wide Receiver Through Transfer Portal
Alabama has made a significant addition to its football roster by acquiring Noah Rogers, a former wide receiver from NC State. This transfer was confirmed on Monday by Matt Zenitz of 247 Sports.
Noah Rogers’ College Career
Noah Rogers, a native of Rolesville, N.C., had an impactful stint at NC State. In his sophomore year, he achieved:
- 33 receptions
- 441 receiving yards
- 2 touchdowns in 13 games
Rogers showcased consistent performance in 2024, recording:
- 35 receptions
- 478 receiving yards
- 1 touchdown in 13 games
Before joining NC State, Rogers began his college career at Ohio State but only participated in four games before transferring.
Recruitment and Rankings
Rogers was highly regarded in high school, being ranked as:
- No. 40 overall recruit nationwide
- No. 8 wide receiver
- No. 2 player in North Carolina
Alabama Football’s Transfer Moves
Rogers is the latest of nine transfers to join Alabama’s roster, which also includes:
- Josh Ford (tight end, formerly of Oklahoma State)
- Devan Thompkins (defensive lineman, formerly of USC)
- Carmelo O’Neal (defensive back, formerly of Mercer)
- Kaden Strayhorn (offensive lineman, formerly of Michigan)
- Ty Haywood (offensive lineman, formerly of Michigan)
- Caleb Woodson (linebacker, formerly of Virginia Tech)
- Kedrick Bingley-Jones (defensive lineman, formerly of Mississippi State)
- Lorcan Quinn (kicker, formerly of Marshall)
With Rogers’ addition, Alabama’s wide receiver lineup for the 2026 season now includes six players:
- Ryan Williams
- Lotzeir Brooks
- Rico Scott
- Derek Meadows
- Cederian Morgan (true freshman)
- Noah Rogers
Recent Challenges in the Receiver Position
The wide receiver position has faced difficulties for Alabama, as five receivers have recently entered the transfer portal:
- Isaiah Horton
- Jaylen Mbakwe
- Cole Adams
- Jalen Hale
- Aeryn “Bubba” Hampton
Additionally, Germie Bernard, the leading receiver for the current season, has exhausted his collegiate eligibility and will pursue the 2026 NFL Draft.
Transfer Portal Details
The transfer portal opened on January 2 and will remain accessible until January 16. The spring transfer portal option was eliminated in September, limiting transfer opportunities for athletes.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
