Cade McNamara Enters NCAA Transfer Portal Again

Cade McNamara, the former Michigan quarterback who led the Wolverines to a Big Ten championship and College Football Playoff in 2021, has entered the NCAA transfer portal again after two injury-plagued seasons at Iowa. The 24-year-old is seeking a seventh season of eligibility for 2025, potentially leveraging medical redshirt options due to injuries, including a torn ACL and a concussion that limited his play. During his time at Iowa, McNamara completed 60.5% of his passes for 1,017 yards with six touchdowns and five interceptions across eight games in 2024. He originally transferred from Michigan after losing his starting role to J.J. McCarthy, who led the Wolverines to further success. As McNamara explores new opportunities, Iowa will need to address its quarterback situation with current players and potential transfers. His decision marks a significant moment in his career, which has seen ups and downs due to health issues.