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Yahoo
28-04-2025
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Former Five-Star WR Makes Unique Transfer Portal Decision
The college football transfer portal may have closed this past Friday, but thousands of players still have yet to find a new home. On Sunday, one of the biggest names in the portal came off of the board. After pledging to Texas Tech as the school's first five-star recruit in program history in 2024, wide receiver Micah Hudson not only had an underwhelming season, but also left the program via the transfer portal. Advertisement He initially signed to play for Mike Elko and the Texas A&M Aggies in December, but ended up returning to the transfer portal. Despite a slew of programs coming after him for his second portal stint, it was confirmed on Sunday by On3 that Hudson would be returning back to Texas Tech. Texas Tech Red Raiders wide receiver Micah Hudson© Annie Rice/Avalanche-Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK Hudson also took to social media to send a message to Texas Tech and its fans, expressing his excitement for his return. "Red Raider Nation, Lubbock has always been home, and I'm forever grateful to the Coaching staff, teammates and fans who make that possible," Hudson wrote. "I'm back to finish what I started. This experience taught me a lot about myself and what it truly means to be a part of the Texas Tech family. God Bless! Wreck 'Em, Micah Hudson." Advertisement In his freshman season, Hudson had just eight catches for 123 yards. He joins a Texas Tech transfer portal class that ranks as the No. 2 class in all of college football, as the Red Raiders will look to make a run at the Big 12 title and College Football Playoff. Related: Shedeur Sanders' NFL Salary Revealed After Falling to 5th Round
USA Today
27-04-2025
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- USA Today
Former Texas A&M wide receiver transfers back to Texas Tech
Former Texas A&M wide receiver transfers back to Texas Tech In the most unsurprising move of the offseason, former five-star wide receiver Micah Hudson, who played just one season with Texas Tech before transferring to Texas A&M this offseason was back in the transfer portal less than two months after committing to the Aggies, as the talented pass catcher couldn't find his footing with either team despite having a strong connection with A&M during his recruiting process. While Hudson looked like a must-have offseason addition for Texas A&M, coach Mike Elko and wide receiver coach Holmon Wiggins landed commitments from KC Concepcion (NC State) and Mario Craver (Mississippi State) while 2025 five-star signee Jerome Myles solidified the Aggies' receiver rotation, making Hudson's sudden departure easier to digest. Hudson's elite traits, led by his speed and twitchiness at the top of his breaks made him a top option in the portal, garnering plenty of attention from Power 5 programs, but a return to Texas Tech was always in the cards, and became the favorite landing spot over the last two weeks. Well, it became official after Hudson received a prediction from On3's Pete Nakos that Hudson would return to Lubbock last week, as he will transfer back to Texas Tech and likely compete for a starting spot with the Red Raiders in 2025. Again, this was always the way, as familiar territory means a seamless transition for a player that still has a high ceiling. Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Cameron on X: @CameronOhnysty.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
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Former 2024 5-star recruit Micah Hudson transfers back to Texas Tech after leaving for Texas A&M in December
LUBBOCK, TEXAS - OCTOBER 19: Micah Hudson #1 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders runs a route during the first half of the game against the Baylor Bears at Jones AT&T Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas. (Photo by John E.) Former five-star recruit Micah Hudson is heading back to Texas Tech after transferring away from the school after the 2024 season. Hudson was a top-10 recruit in the class of 2024 and widely expected to make an immediate impact with the Red Raiders. That didn't happen. Thanks to injuries, he played in eight games and had eight catches for 123 yards without a TD. Ten players had more catches than Hudson did in 2024. Advertisement Hudson entered the transfer portal after the season and transferred to Texas A&M. He spent just months with the Aggies, however. In March, Hudson was in the transfer portal again. He's now heading back to Lubbock. The Temple, Texas, native was the No. 9 recruit in the class of 2024 and the No. 4 wide receiver. He was the top recruit in the state of Texas and his commitment was seen as a coup for Joey McGuire's staff. Texas Tech has been one of the most active teams in the transfer portal this offseason as they have benefitted heavily from a greater NIL investment ahead of the potential House settlement in 2026. The Red Raiders have the No. 3 transfer class in the country according to Rivals and have landed four top-100 transfers. Rivals' top-ranked Tech transfer is Purdue cornerback Tarrion Grant, and the team has also added two top offensive lineman through the portal. The Red Raiders finished 8-5 in 2024 after losing the Liberty Bowl to Arkansas. With the Big 12 wide open in 2025, Tech figures to be one of the favorites after going 6-3 in conference play last season.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
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Former 2024 5-star recruit Micah Hudson transfers back to Texas Tech after transferring in December
LUBBOCK, TEXAS - OCTOBER 19: Micah Hudson #1 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders runs a route during the first half of the game against the Baylor Bears at Jones AT&T Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas. (Photo by John E.) Former five-star recruit Micah Hudson is heading back to Texas Tech after transferring away from the school after the 2024 season. Hudson was a top-10 recruit in the class of 2024 and widely expected to make an immediate impact with the Red Raiders. That didn't happen. Thanks to injuries, he played in eight games and had eight catches for 123 yards without a TD. Ten players had more catches than Hudson did in 2024. Advertisement Hudson entered the transfer portal after the season and transferred to Texas A&M. He spent just months with the Aggies, however. In March, Hudson was in the transfer portal again. He's now heading back to Lubbock. The Temple, Texas, native was the No. 9 recruit in the class of 2024 and the No. 4 wide receiver. He was the top recruit in the state of Texas and his commitment was seen as a coup for Joey McGuire's staff. Texas Tech has been one of the most active teams in the transfer portal this offseason as they have benefitted heavily from a greater NIL investment ahead of the potential House settlement in 2026. The Red Raiders have the No. 3 transfer class in the country according to Rivals and have landed four top-100 transfers. Rivals' top-ranked Tech transfer is Purdue CB Tarrion Grant, and the team has also added two top offensive lineman through the portal. The Red Raiders finished 8-5 in 2024 after losing the Liberty Bowl to Arkansas. With the Big 12 wide open in 2025, Tech figures to be one of the favorites after going 6-3 in conference play.
Yahoo
26-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Texas A&M Loses Former 5-Star WR to Transfer Portal
As head coach Mike Elko and his staff continue to evaluate the team and figure out lineups for opening week, the transfer portal continues to stay hot. Texas Tech's Micah Hudson practices for the fall season, on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at the Sports Performance Center.© Olivia Raymond/For the Avalanche-Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK Earlier this week, former Texas A&M WR Micah Hudson announced that he will be entering the NCAA Transfer Portal, officially putting his short time in College Station to an end. Hudson was expected to make a big impact this season, as the former 5 star recruit would have been an elite option next to fellow star wide receivers Mario Carver and Kevin Concepcion. The 6'0', 190 pound WR was one of the top ranked prospects from the 2024 recruiting class, but appeared in only 8 games for Texas Tech. After recording a total of 8 catches and 123 yards on the year, Hudson transferred to Texas A&M in hopes of finding the right fit. Advertisement The Temple, Texas native battled multiple injuries prior to the start of his freshman campaign, missing all of last spring before returning to practice over summer. Hudson flashed his potential last season in week 3, where he posted a season high 3 catches and 43 yards in a Texas Tech win. Hudson's injury ridden freshman season certainly did not go as planned, as the former 5 star recruit will now look for a new opportunity elsewhere. Although the loss of Hudson may prove to be a big blow for the Aggies, Texas A&M's wide receiver room has elite depth and should have no problems filling the hole that Hudson is leaving. Related: Top-Ranked Safety Announces Commitment Date — Aggies Among Favorites
