NIL Dispute Drives Trebor Pena Transfer Portal Move

Syracuse wide receiver Trebor Pena, who led the team with 84 receptions, 941 yards, and nine touchdowns last season, has entered the NCAA transfer portal following a dispute over Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation with head coach Fran Brown. Brown, who led Syracuse to a 10-3 record in his first season, refused to match Pena's NIL demands, citing that few top receivers receive such compensation. Pena's move comes as the NCAA considers new policies that could soon restrict outside NIL payments, fueling a surge in high-profile transfers. Miami is interested in Pena as a potential replacement for All-American slot receiver Xavier Restrepo and views him as a strong fit for their offense. The Hurricanes are also pursuing North Dakota State running back CharMar 'Marty' Brown to add depth. These developments underscore the growing influence of NIL negotiations on college football rosters and transfer activity.