UCF defensive tackle John Walker plans to enter the transfer portal when it opens on Jan. 2.
The redshirt sophomore notified coach Scott Frost of his decision on Tuesday.
The 6-foot-4, 300-pound Walker was a 4-star standout from Osceola High School, who would become the highest-rated high school prospect to sign with the program when he arrived as part of the 2023 recruiting class under then-coach Gus Malzahn.
During his freshman season, Walker registered 24 tackles, five tackles for loss and two quarterback hurries in 389 snaps in 13 games.