The Ohio State Buckeyes have had a positive experience with the spring transfer portal this year, losing just four players — none of whom were on scholarship. Ohio State made it through the spring without losing a single scholarship athlete.
Running back TC Caffey, punter Anthony Venneri, long snapper Morrow Evans, and wide receiver Reis Stocksdale — all walk-ons — have decided to leave the program.
On the flip side, the Buckeyes have added three players through the portal: former North Carolina defensive end Beau Atkinson, Ball State kicker Jake Courville, and West Virginia offensive tackle Justin Terry.
One of the departing Buckeyes has already found a promising landing spot.
After spending four seasons in Columbus, Stocksdale has one year of eligibility remaining, and he’s aiming to make it count. The former Ohio State walk-on has decided to transfer to Bowling Green State University, where he will play under new head coach Eddie George.
— Reis Stocksdale (@ReisStocksdale) May 4, 2025
During his Ohio State career, Stocksdale recorded just one catch for 12 yards back in 2022. Given the limited opportunities for playing time in Columbus during the 2025 season, transferring to Bowling Green is a smart move if he hopes to see meaningful snaps on the field.
So far, Stocksdale is the only former Ohio State walk-on with a confirmed new destination after entering the portal. Fortunately, his move to Bowling Green won’t take him far — just a short trip to Northwest Ohio.
George, a former Heisman Trophy winner, is entering his first season as head coach at BGSU. Having a former Buckeye on his inaugural roster surely isn’t something he thought he would have at Bowling Green.
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