The relaxation of both the rules regarding redshirts and limitations surrounding the transfer portal has given rise to a new phenomenon in college football over the last few years.
Now, players who have not seen action in more than four games are allowed to take a redshirt year, which doesn’t count against their eligibility. Factoring in the fact that players are now also granted a one-time transfer with immediate eligibility, it’s not hard to put two and two together.
