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Former Kentucky commit Marquise Davis will enter transfer portal

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Cleveland (Ohio) Heights running back Marquise Davis was a major recruiting win for the Kentucky football program in the 2025 cycle. The blue-chip prospect committed to the Wildcats early and remained firm to his commitment — until the end. A surprise flip to Missouri happened in December as UK limped to a disappointing 4-8 finish.

But this recruitment is back open again. The tailback is set to enter the transfer portal after spending just one season in Columbia.

BREAKING: Missouri True Freshman RB Marquise Davis plans to enter the , he tells

The 6’1 220 RB will have 4 years of eligibility left

Was ranked as the #5 RB in the Class of 2025 (per Rivals) — Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3)

The former top-200 recruit rushed for 200 yards on 34 carries in his debut season.