Ayden Bussell Transfers from Tennessee to West Virginia

Former Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman Ayden Bussell has announced his transfer to the West Virginia Mountaineers, where he is expected to have an immediate impact and four years of eligibility remaining. Bussell, a former three-star recruit from Mt. Juliet High School, redshirted his freshman year at Tennessee and saw limited play due to increased competition on the offensive line following new transfers. His move is part of a broader exodus from Tennessee, with several players, including high-profile quarterback Nico Iamaleava, leaving the program this spring. Bussell joins a West Virginia team undergoing significant changes under returning head coach Rich Rodriguez. The offensive lineman was highly regarded out of high school, earning multiple accolades and not allowing a sack in his final three seasons. His transfer reflects both the shifting landscape of college football rosters and the ongoing rebuilding efforts at West Virginia.