USC Linebacker Raesjon Davis Opts Against Redshirt

USC linebacker Raesjon Davis has chosen to redshirt for the remainder of the season, aiming to preserve his eligibility rather than enter the transfer portal, unlike Bear Alexander, who left the program in search of more playing time. Davis, who has struggled to find significant playing opportunities, will remain on the scout team while deciding his future. Meanwhile, at Colorado, veteran linebackers Trevor Woods and Jeremiah Brown have also opted to redshirt, having participated in the first four games of the season. This decision allows them to maintain a year of eligibility as they step back from the current season. The trend of players redshirting mid-season reflects a new reality in college football, as teams navigate player development and eligibility amidst the pressures of competition. Coaches are now faced with the challenge of adapting their rosters to these evolving player decisions.