Iowa and West Virginia Boost Football Rosters

Iowa's Hawkeyes have been actively participating in the transfer portal, securing key players such as quarterback Mark Gronowski, wide receiver Sam Phillips, and defensive tackle Bryce Hawthorne, as they prepare for the 2025 campaign (source: 247sports.com). Meanwhile, Quinn Ewers and Ohio State's Caleb Downs are high-profile transfers set to feature in the College Football Playoff, highlighting the impact of transfers in college football (source: foxsports.com). West Virginia University has also been active in the transfer market, acquiring safety Justin Harrington and running back Tye Edwards, who could potentially play two more seasons due to recent NCAA rulings (sources: 247sports.com). Additionally, several West Virginia players who entered the transfer portal had mixed outcomes at their new schools, with some struggling to find success, while others, like Braham and Poke, managed to make significant contributions (source: si.com).