Georgia Tech football has made some bold moves in the transfer portal this offseason, hoping to build a roster that’s ready to make waves in 2025. With clear needs at offensive line, defensive line, wide receiver, and secondary, the Yellow Jackets have gone after both seasoned veterans and up-and-coming talent.
They’ve been methodical, filling gaps with players who bring a mix of experience and upside. Let’s take a look at the key transfers and what they might bring to the table.
Offensive Additions: Strengthening the Attack
The offense picked up a serious injection of talent. The wide receiver group, especially, looks a lot deeper now.
Wide Receiver Reinforcements
Evan Haynes arrives from Chapel Hill, bringing a ton of energy and raw potential. He’s only a freshman but transferred early, so he’s got all four years of eligibility ahead—definitely a long-term play for Tech.
Rahkeem Smith comes in as a junior with stints at Bowling Green and Delaware State under his belt. He’s fast, versatile, and has experience making plays both through the air and on the ground.
Eric Rivers might just be the headline here. He was a force at FIU, racking up 62 catches, 1,172 yards, and 12 touchdowns in the 2024-2025 season. First-Team All-Conference USA and Third-Team AP All-American? Not bad at all.
Rivers isn’t alone—his FIU teammate, Dean Patterson, a redshirt senior, joins him. Patterson’s known for his crisp route running and reliable hands. Should be fun to watch.
Offensive Line Enhancements
Malachi Carney from South Alabama brings some much-needed durability and starting experience to the offensive line. Georgia Tech needed someone like him up front.
Andrew Rosinski from North Carolina adds size and a bit of grit. He’s got plenty of high school accolades, and there’s hope he’ll develop into a key contributor.
Will Reed comes in from Princeton. He’s a seasoned lineman with a reputation for physical play in the run game and solid pass protection skills. The O-line definitely looks tougher with him in the mix.
Defensive Fortifications: Building a Stalwart Defense
The defense got a facelift too, with several transfers expected to step in right away.
Defensive Line Strength
Ronald Triplette from UTSA stands out on the defensive line. He’s been consistent, and his high grades from Pro Football Focus suggest he could really shake things up for Tech.
Brayden Manley joins from Mercer University, bringing a mix of strength, power, and solid technique as an edge rusher. The line needed that kind of presence.
AJ Hoffler, once a Clemson recruit, adds even more size and potential. His experience at Clemson sets the bar high for what he might do in Atlanta.
Linebacker and Secondary Upgrades
Cayman Spaulding from Tennessee Tech is a bit of a wildcard. He’s versatile, played well in his last season, and can fill multiple roles on defense.
Melvin Jordan IV comes from Oregon State, bringing leadership and experience. He served as a captain for the Beavers’ defense, and you can never have too many leaders.
The secondary got a big lift with Daiquan White from Eastern Michigan. He’s sharp in coverage, tracks the ball well, and looks like one of the top cover corners on the roster.
Kelvin Hill from UAB also joins the secondary. He made a splash as a true freshman, showing off his physical style and knack for finding the football.
Special Teams and Depth: Completing the Roster
The staff didn’t forget about special teams or overall depth—they’ve tried to round out the roster wherever possible.
Special Teams Contributions
Mitchell comes over from Penn State. He’s recognized as a top portal defensive back by Rivals and has made a name for himself on special teams. Georgia Tech could use that kind of immediate impact.
Depth Additions
Malachi Hosley from Penn brings some juice to the backfield. He’s known for his vision and ability to break off big runs. His Ivy League production and accolades speak for themselves.
J.T. Bryne from Oregon State and Cal Berkley adds size and athleticism to the tight end group. He flashed some versatility in the spring game, so don’t be surprised if he carves out a real role on offense.
Conclusion: A Promising Season Ahead
Georgia Tech has brought in some smart additions from the transfer portal. These moves patch up key gaps and give the roster a real boost.
The mix of seasoned veterans alongside some hungry young players could shake things up for the Yellow Jackets in 2025. Curious about each transfer and what they might bring? Take a look at this deep dive on the Yellow Jackets’ 2025 transfer portal class.
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