So, here’s the scoop: Savion Riley, former Colorado safety, is packing his bags and heading to Georgia Tech. Yep, another one bites the transfer portal dust. According to CBS Sports’ Bryce Koon, Riley entered the portal just this past Wednesday, and next thing you know, he’s committing to the Yellow Jackets. Fast moves, right?
In case you’re wondering about Riley’s stats, he had a solid run last season. He clocked in nine games, snagged 12 tackles—one of ‘em for a loss—and juggled between special teams and defensive snaps with 85 and 77, respectively. Not too shabby for a guy out there hustling.
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If you’re curious about his high school days, Riley was a three-star recruit outta Acworth, Georgia, according to the On3 Industry Ranking. That ranking system is kind of like the Swiss Army Knife for recruiting—it slices, it dices, it pulls info from all four major recruiting sites. Riley was cruising as the No. 114 overall prospect in Georgia, the 91st safety in his class, and puttering in at 1,136 overall nationally. It’s a crowded field out there!
For those following the whole Colorado saga, more than a few players are on the move. It’s like musical chairs but for college football rosters. Riley wasn’t the only one missing from the Colorado lineup—defensive end Keaten Wade and tight end Sam Hart also seem to have vanished. Wade made a comeback mid-season post-injury, racking up 20 tackles, 7.5 for losses, four sacks… you get where I’m going. This past season was his debut with Colorado after his Kentucky stint. Hart came from Ohio State and had a quieter showing with just one catch to speak of.
Colorado’s about to showcase what they’ve got at their spring game on April 19. Worth checking out if you’re into scrappy underdog stories or just curious how the team patches up after so many departures. The transfer portal is buzzing like a coffee fiend who’s OD’d on triple shots. Keep an eye on it if you’re looking to see where your favorite players might end up next. And if you want to stay in the loop on all these moves, On3’s got you covered on Instagram and Twitter. Every transfer story is a new chapter waiting to be written (or tweeted).
