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Starting Quarterback to Enter College Football Transfer Portal

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Jonathan D Adams | Last updated Apr 10, 2025 8:14 PM ET

The spring window for the college football transfer portal is on the verge of opening on April 16. Despite not technically being open, college football rumors are already swirling about players who plan to enter the portal in the coming days.

One Big 12 program is in danger of losing a quarterback who was expected to compete to retain the starting role. As UCF Knights head coach Scott Frost returns to Orlando, Fla., it appears Dylan Rizk does not like his chances to keep his status as QB1 during the ongoing competition.

On3's Pete Nakos reported on Wednesday that Rizk intends to enter the transfer portal.

The news comes as UCF has a crowded quarterback room with Indiana Hoosiers transfer Tayven Jackson headlining the group. Former FAU signal-caller Cam Fancher also joined UCF following Frost's return to the Knights.

The @UCF_Football Quarterbacks arrive for Thursday's Spring Camp Practice. No Dylan Rizk in this grouping as he's rumored to be entering the Transfer Portal #UCF pic.twitter.com/AQ9IkFSZ0G
— Sons of UCF (@SonsofUCF) April 10, 2025

Less than 24 hours after Nakos' report, Rizk was absent from UCF's spring practice, per the Sons of UCF. The Knights cycled through quarterbacks under former head coach Gus Malzahn in 2024.

After KJ Jefferson underwhelmed to start the season, Malzahn eventually turned to Rizk following Jacurri Brown's failed attempt to take hold of the gig. Rizk started four games for the Knights and closed the season as the starter.

UCF HC Scott Frost talking with UCF’s remaining QBs after @On3sports reported yesterday evening that Dylan Rizk plans to enter the transfer portal.

Rizk was not at practice today. pic.twitter.com/4GLEpjF5Pj
— Nick Williams (@NickWilliamsUCF) April 10, 2025

The signal-caller threw for 904 yards, five touchdowns and two interceptions while completing 61.5% of his passes in 2024. Rizk's likely departure indicates Jackson has emerged as a potential favorite to be UCF's new starting quarterback in 2025.

#UCF quarterback transfer Dylan Rizk played very well at times last year. Rhythm and timing pocket distributor type of QB. Can win in the right situation. @247SportsPortal pic.twitter.com/UkJz6YBnQa
— Clint Brewster (@clintbrew247) April 10, 2025

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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