Don’t overthink it. Pritchett started at one of the best programs nationally. Nebraska returns one healthy tackle with experience in Gunnar Gottula. The Huskers had no bigger need, even on the defensive line, where it absorbed losses but brought back enough experience to field a lineup.

John Mateer, Darian Mensah, Eric Singleton Jr. and Fernando Mendoza are among the best players who have entered the transfer portal. Here are our rankings.

The process of talent acquisition in college football has changed dramatically in recent years with the rise of the transfer portal. Transfers have become essential in filling pressing needs for programs in pursuit of a national championship,