Yahoo Sports' Dan Wetzel says teams like Ohio State used to have to build four or five top recruiting classes for a chance at a national championship. The transfer portal allowed northern teams to compete each year.
Dan Wetzel: Transfer portal gave northern teams chance to compete
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) holds the Leishman Trophy following the 41-21 win over the Oregon Ducks in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2025.
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By Baskin & Phelps
Jan 02, 2025, 12:28 PM ET
Baskin & Phelps
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