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Takeaways from Week 9 of College Football: Is Ole Miss a lock for the College Football Playoff?

College Football Week Nine Recap: Vanderbilt is BACK, Ole Miss a Playoff Lock?! Plus, the ACC is in CHAOS and the Group of Five race is WIDE OPEN!

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  • CJ Jackson Joins Vanderbilt Defense via Transfer Portal

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    LSUs CJ Jackson, a six-foot-four, 250-pound redshirt sophomore, transfers to Vanderbilt, bringing SEC experience. Despite limited action at LSU, Jackson recorded three tackles and two tackles for loss. Coach Clark Lea, known for integrating transfers, sees Jackson as a potential replacement for departing linemen, bolstering Vanderbilts defense and setting up an exciting offseason.
  • Vanderbilt Lands Edge Rusher CJ Jackson

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    Vanderbilts defense gets a significant boost with the addition of three-star edge rusher CJ Jackson, a former four-star recruit from LSU. Jackson, standing at six feet three and two hundred twenty pounds, is expected to make an immediate impact. He brings elite pass-rushing skills from his high school days, which could help turn around the Commodores struggling front seven. With nine incoming players, including Jackson, Vanderbilt aims to offset more than a dozen departures, setting the stage for a stronger 2026 season.
  • Speedy WR Adams Joins Vanderbilt

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    Cole Adams, a speedy wide receiver from Alabama, has committed to Vanderbilt via the transfer portal. Despite limited playing time at Alabama, Adams could bring a much-needed spark to the Commodores offense. Hes a smaller, quick receiver who also returns kicks, fitting coach Clark Leas pattern of recruiting talented players who sat behind stars at other SEC schools. Fans are excited about Adams potential to inject speed into Vanderbilts attack.
  • Vanderbilt Lands Alabama Transfer WR Cole Adams

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    Vanderbilt lands Alabama transfer Cole Adams, a four-star wide receiver with special teams experience, to fill the void left by Tre Richardsons departure. Adams, ranked as the number forty-three wide receiver in his class, should see increased playing time in a high-powered offense under new quarterback Diego Pavia.
  • Cole Adams Transfers to Vanderbilt

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    Cole Adams, Alabamas versatile wide receiver, has committed to Vanderbilt. Known for his speed and skills on special teams, Adams made significant contributions in his time with the Crimson Tide. His transfer could bolster Vanderbilts receiving group and return game, as fans and coaches alike anticipate his impact.
  • Richardson Transfers to Louisville, Boosts Cardinals' Passing Game

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    Tre Richardson, a standout wide receiver from Vanderbilt, has transferred to Louisville via the NCAA portal. After a successful season at Vanderbilt, where he put up impressive numbers, Richardson is joining a Louisville team on the rise. With a new quarterback and a strong passing game, Richardson could help the Cardinals achieve big things next season.
  • Vanderbilt's Berry Transfers, Commodores Rebuild with Seven New Transfers

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    Vanderbilts Trudell Berry, a senior cornerback, has entered the transfer portal, marking the latest in a wave of sixteen players leaving the team this offseason. Despite missing last season due to injury, Berry has two years of eligibility left and was a solid rotational player before his setback, with 29 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, and 6 pass deflections in 24 games. As a four-star recruit, he chose Vanderbilt over offers from Tulane and Colorado State. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt has secured seven incoming transfers, including tight ends Maurice Veney and Jayvontay Conner, offensive linemen Beau Johnson and Lyndon Cooper, defensive lineman Talan Carter, cornerback Cobey Sellers from Texas A&M, and punter Tyler Ebel. The Commodores are rebuilding with fresh faces after losing outgoing talent like Berry.
  • Vanderbilt Adds Seven Transfers, Including Punter Tyler Ebel

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    Vanderbilts football coaching staff, led by Clark Lea, has made a significant impact during the opening week of the transfer portal, adding seven new players to the roster for next season. The latest addition is punter Tyler Ebel from the University of South Dakota, who has committed to Vanderbilt and is expected to compete for the starting job. Ebel, a Wisconsin native, spent four seasons with the Coyotes, averaging 43.3 yards per punt and showcasing consistency in his specialist role. The Commodores have also seen sixteen players leave via the portal, signaling a major roster overhaul as they prepare for a stronger 2026 campaign.
  • Vanderbilt Safety Fontenette Transfers, Leaves Hole in Defense

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    Vanderbilts Star Safety Randon Fontenette Transfers to Transfer Portal, Leaving Coach Lea with Rebuilding Task