The Baylor Bears had a rollercoaster of a season, finishing with an impressive 8-4 record, including a solid 6-3 in Big 12 play. After a rocky start, where they found themselves at 2-4 and 0-3 in conference matchups, the Bears roared back to life, winning their last six games to close out the regular season. This turnaround has fans buzzing with excitement, but with the transfer portal now open, several players are looking to change their fortunes.
Baylor Bears transfer portal tracker 2024-25
As the offseason unfolds, the transfer portal has become a hot topic for college football fans. Several Baylor players have already made headlines by announcing their intentions to seek new opportunities elsewhere. Let’s take a closer look at these players and their journeys.
#1. Dequan Finn, Quarterback
Dequan Finn joined the Baylor Bears after a successful stint with the Toledo Rockets, where he shone as a three-star prospect in the 2019 recruiting class. Over 45 games, he amassed 7,083 passing yards, 63 touchdowns, and 23 interceptions, completing 60.3% of his passes. He also contributed significantly on the ground with 1,841 rushing yards and 25 touchdowns. Finn made three appearances for Baylor, throwing for 307 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. He announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on December 13.
#2. Jonah Burton, Wide Receiver
Jonah Burton, who joined Baylor as an unranked walk-on in the 2021 recruiting class, has made his mark in 15 games with nine receptions for 110 yards. On December 12, he decided to explore new opportunities by entering the transfer portal.
#3. Alvin Ebosele, Offensive Tackle
Alvin Ebosele, a three-star prospect from the 2022 recruiting class, played in 18 games during his time with the Bears. He announced his entry into the transfer portal on December 4 and quickly committed to the Houston Cougars on December 15.
#4. Kaian Roberts-Day, Edge Rusher
Kaian Roberts-Day, a four-star prospect from the 2022 class, appeared in 16 games, recording three total tackles, including two solo tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss, and 1.0 sack. He announced his transfer portal decision on December 9 and committed to the UTSA Roadrunners on December 17.
#5. JaQues Evans, Edge Rusher
JaQues Evans, initially a three-star prospect for the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in the 2020 recruiting class, played in 41 games, tallying 182 total tackles, including 103 solo tackles, 19 tackles for loss, and 12 sacks. After joining Baylor, he made three appearances, recording one solo tackle and one pass defended. Evans announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on December 13.
#6. Carmello Jones, Edge Rusher
Carmello Jones, a three-star prospect from the 2022 recruiting class, participated in 10 games, contributing five total tackles, four of which were solo tackles, and 1.0 tackle for loss. He announced his entry into the transfer portal on December 10.
#7. Trey Wilson, Defensive Lineman
Trey Wilson, a three-star prospect from the 2023 recruiting class, made an impact in 23 games, recording 21 total tackles, 15 solo tackles, 3.0 tackles for loss, 1.0 sack, and one fumble recovery. He announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on December 17.
#8. Isaiah Dunson, Cornerback
Isaiah Dunson, a four-star prospect from the Miami (FL) Hurricanes in the 2020 recruiting class, played in 20 games, recording 14 total tackles and one pass defended. After joining Baylor, he appeared in three games, making four total tackles, three of which were solo tackles, and 1.0 tackle for loss. Dunson announced his entry into the transfer portal on December 16.
#9. Tay’Shawn Wilson, Cornerback
Tay’Shawn Wilson, a three-star prospect from the 2023 recruiting class, did not record any stats during his time with the Bears. He announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on December 9.
#10. Corey Gordon Jr., Safety
Corey Gordon Jr., a three-star prospect from the 2022 recruiting class, made his mark in 25 games, recording 64 total tackles, 45 solo tackles, 3.0 tackles for loss, three interceptions, and six passes defended. He announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on December 19.
As the Bears look ahead to the next season, the impact of these transfers will undoubtedly shape the team’s future. Will these players find success in their new programs? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the college football landscape is ever-changing, and the Baylor Bears will be at the center of it all. The excitement of the upcoming season is palpable, and fans are eager to see how these changes will play out on the field.
