The NCAA Transfer Portal has been subjected to a lot of criticism since it went on full blast. A lot of head honchos don’t have the best relationship with it like Nick Saban while others like Deion Sanders and Ryan Day have been using it quite a lot.

Texas A&M has reasons for its optimism, starting with the arrival of Elko from Duke. The no-nonsense former defensive coordinator for the Aggies seems like a good fit in College Station, and his steady demeanor is a welcomed departure from the drama that seemed to always accompany former coach Jimbo Fisher.

To some coaches, the NCAA transfer portal is a big deal, and some even base their season off of how well they reel in players from the block. Others don't worry as much about transfers, but each coach has his own way of approaching the situation.