Carson Beck Enters Transfer Portal After Declaring for Draft

Carson Beck, Georgia's quarterback, has entered the NCAA transfer portal just weeks after declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft. His decision follows a significant elbow injury that prematurely ended his 2024 season, and amid a reported potential $6.5 million NIL deal. Despite being initially projected as a potential first-round NFL Draft pick, Beck's performance in 2024, with 28 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, may have influenced this decision. Miami is considered the front-runner for Beck, partly due to personal ties and their need for a seasoned quarterback following Cam Ward's departure to the NFL. Beck’s move signifies the changing landscape of college football, where NIL deals are increasingly influential. His choice keeps his options open for improving his draft stock or finalizing his college career at a new institution.