LB Carrico explains the hectic transfer portal process

The transfer portal has become a significant part of college athletics.

Often, coaches have compared the process of recruiting somebody out of the transfer portal to speed dating. Things often move quickly once a player enters their name into the database and visits must be set up quickly with various coaches attempting to secure a commitment.

But what is it like for players who have gone through the process?

Turns out, it is very similar.

Redshirt senior linebacker Reid Carrico spent three seasons as a reserve and special teams option at Ohio State prior to electing to enter his name into the transfer portal looking for a new start in December 2023.

That led to some encouraging and awkward…