Attention all Florida State Seminoles fans! The transfer portal drama is heating up, and you won't believe what's happening behind the scenes. But here's where it gets controversial... The 2026 transfer portal is now a two-week sprint, open from January 2nd to 16th, with exceptions for coaching changes and CFP playoff participants. And this is the part most people miss... The spring football transfer window is gone, leaving just one offseason period for all transfer activity. This means every move counts, and the stakes are higher than ever.
Welcome to the fourth installment of Tomahawk Nation’s #Tribe26 transfer portal tracker, your ultimate guide to all things FSU transfers. Our experts, Tim Alumbaugh, Josh Pick, and NoleThruandThru, are here to break down every commitment, departure, and potential target. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual observer, this thread has everything you need to stay informed.
How does the transfer portal work in 2026? The portal is open for just two weeks, but exceptions exist. Coaching changes grant a 15-day window starting five days after a new coach is hired, and CFP playoff teams playing after January 12th get five days post-game to enter the portal. For a deeper dive into these changes, check out this insightful article: 2026 NCAA Transfer Portal Overhaul.
Who's coming and who's going? FSU has secured several key commitments, including:
Offense:
- Quarterback Ashton Daniels (Auburn, 1 year left)
- Running back Tre Wisner (Texas, 1 year left)
- Tight end Desirrio Riles (East Carolina, 1 year left)
- Offensive linemen Nate Pabst (Bowling Green, 1 year left), Bradyn Joiner (Purdue, 2 years left), Paul Bowling (Troy, 3 years left), Xavier Chaplin (Auburn, 1 year left), and Chimdia Nwaiwu (Stephen F. Austin, 2 years left)
Defense:
- Edge rusher Rylan Kennedy (Texas A&M, 2 years left)
- Defensive backs Nehemiah Chandler (South Alabama, 3 years left), Karson Hobbs (Notre Dame, 2 years left), CJ Richard (Illinois State, 3 years left), and Ma’khi Jones (Duke, 3 years left)
Special Teams:
- Punter Daniel Hughes (New Mexico, 3 years left)
- Long snapper Caleb Bowers (North Dakota State, 1 year left)
However, FSU is also losing talent to the portal, including:
- Linebacker Jayden Parrish (committed to Memphis)
- Defensive lineman L.A. Jesse Harrold (committed to UCF)
- Running back Jaylin Lucas (committed to Tulane)
- And many more...
Official Visitors and Potential Targets: FSU has hosted several official visitors, including:
- Wide receiver Xavier Townsend (committed to Purdue)
- Quarterback DJ Lagway (committed to Baylor)
- Linebacker Matai Tagoa’i (committed to Arizona)
Potential targets to watch include:
- Quarterback Jaden Rashada (Sacramento State)
- Tight end Pearce Spurlin III (Georgia)
- Defensive lineman Caleb Herring (Tennessee)
The Big Question: With so much talent on the move, how will these transfers impact FSU's future? Is the new portal system fair to players and programs? Share your thoughts in the comments—let’s spark a debate!
