Summary
Alabama's football team recently lost a game to Indiana and is now dealing with a key player's departure. Jaylen Mbakwe, a highly-rated recruit, has entered the transfer portal to find a new team where he can get more playing time. The transfer portal is changing the way college athletes can move between schools, allowing them to find better opportunities elsewhere.
Key Facts
- Alabama lost to Indiana at the Rose Bowl, 38-3, which is their worst loss of the century.
- Jaylen Mbakwe, a former top recruit, is leaving Alabama through the transfer portal.
- Mbakwe switched positions from defensive back to wide receiver at Alabama.
- The transfer portal allows college athletes to move to new schools without penalties.
- Schools like Indiana are successful at recruiting players through the transfer portal.
- The transfer portal will close on January 16, 2026, for this cycle.
- College football programs must adapt to player transfers to remain competitive.
