NORMAL — The transfer portal has most certainly transformed college football.
And it has altered the recruiting priorities for teams up and down the NCAA levels.
While it is easier than ever for programs to lose players who declare for the transfer portal, that portal is also overflowing with potential replacements for any departing talent.
“It’s been hectic. Every working person in our office that can get in the portal is looking,” said Illinois State coach Brock Spack. “We watch three or four guys within 15 minutes who just popped in (the portal). That’s what we’re doing all day.