Miami Urgently Seeks New QB From Transfer Portal
Miami’s college football team is urgently seeking a new quarterback as the Transfer Portal deadline approaches. With only one day remaining for players to enter the portal, time is of the essence for the Hurricanes to identify a suitable replacement.
Transfer Portal Deadline Approaches
Friday marks the final day for college football players not involved in the national championship game to submit paperwork to enter the Transfer Portal. While players can still commit post-deadline, this date essentially serves as Miami’s last chance to secure a top-tier quarterback.
Recent Quarterback Recruitment Attempts
In previous seasons, Miami successfully attracted veteran quarterbacks from the NFL Draft. Last year, they brought in Cam Ward, followed by Carson Beck. This off-season, despite a substantial $6.5 million offer, former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson opted to remain in the NFL Draft.
Miami’s search has extended to Arizona State transfer Sam Leavitt, but he chose LSU instead. Recently, five-star quarterback Husan Longstreet from USC also made a commitment to join Lane Kiffin in Baton Rouge.
Top Uncommitted Quarterbacks
As the deadline looms, the top three uncommitted quarterbacks in the Transfer Portal include:
- Bryson Beaver – Oregon Incoming Freshman
- EJ Colson – Incarnate Word Transfer
- Jadyn Davis – Michigan Transfer
Despite their talent, these options have not inspired confidence in the Miami program, which is willing to invest nearly $7 million in a new quarterback.
Potential Targets for Miami
Miami may still look to high-profile quarterbacks like Dylan Raiola, who recently committed to Oregon, or DJ Lagway, who is reportedly unsigned with Baylor. However, the more likely scenario is that Miami’s perfect candidate has yet to enter the portal.
CJ Bailey: A Promising Prospect
CJ Bailey, a Miami native and former Chaminade-Madonna Prep standout, is a name drawing attention. Currently a starting quarterback at NC State, Bailey accumulated impressive stats in 2025, throwing for 3,105 yards with a 68.8% completion rate, totaling 25 touchdowns against nine interceptions.
Although Bailey initially announced his return to NC State, Miami’s financially robust offering could sway his decision. With $20 million from the recent College Football Playoff earnings, the Hurricanes have the financial leverage to entice Bailey.
Conclusion: Urgency for Miami
As the transfer deadline nears, Miami’s quarterback options are dwindling. If they fail to attract Bailey into the Transfer Portal by Friday, the program could find itself in a challenging position moving forward. With only four commitments and a low national ranking in the portal, Miami must act swiftly to secure the right quarterback for its future.
