Texas A&M’s transfer portal haul reached 11 commitments on Thursday night after former Iowa State defensive lineman Tyler Onyedim signed with the Aggies, filling another big hole on the roster.
However, former NC State wide receiver KC Concepcion still looks like the most significant acquisition. On Thursday, Concepcion’s Wolfpack teammate, freshman cornerback Tamarcus Cooley, entered the transfer portal with three years remaining eligibility.
Cooley is likely looking to move to a more significant program despite the Wolpack’s recent success. With the departure of Aggie cornerback BJ Mayes, who has entered the NFL Draft, coach Mike Elko should contact the talented defensive back sooner rather than later.
According to Pro Football Focus, Cooley was NC State’s second-highest-rated defender and highest-ranked defensive back, earning an 80.8 defensive grade, 67.7 coverage grade, and 83.7 run defense grade.
During the 2024 season, Cooley recorded 39 tackles, two forced fumbles, three interceptions, and six pass deflections. Cooley’s talent is undeniable, and the Aggies are still one or two cornerbacks away from feeling more than good heading into the spring football season.
BREAKING: NC State starting DB Tamarcus Cooley plans to enter the Transfer Portal, per his rep @bzsportsmgmt
The 6’0 200 DB totaled 39 Tackles, 9 PBU, 2 FF, & 3 INT this season
Highest graded player on NC State’s defense (PFF)
3 years of eligibility https://t.co/RlUbB6Fk7q pic.twitter.com/nYxWJxSYFb
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) January 3, 2025
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