Khalil Poteat transfers from Temple to Vanderbilt football for 2026 season

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Khalil Poteat transfers from Temple to Vanderbilt football for 2026 season
Summary

Khalil Poteat, a defensive end who recently transferred from Temple, has committed to join Vanderbilt football for the 2026 season, following his successful appeal for a fifth year of eligibility. Poteat played 10 games in 2025, contributing 29 tackles, including two for loss, and one sack. His move to Vanderbilt comes after entering the transfer portal in January, and he is part of a group of players granted similar NCAA injunctions under the new "5-in-5" eligibility rule. Vanderbilt head coach Clark Lea indicated that the team is prepared to adapt to these potential additions without needing to release any players.

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  • Poteat announced his transfer on August 17, 2026.
  • He made 29 tackles, two for loss, in 2025 at Temple.
  • Vanderbilt won’t need to cut players to accommodate his transfer.
  • Poteat's eligibility situation stems from the NCAA's new eligibility ruling.
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  • 12:14 AMYahoo SportsKhalil Poteat, Temple transfer, joins Vanderbilt football after NCAA injunction
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Khalil Poteat joined Vanderbilt football as a transfer from Temple after an NCAA injunction.

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