Miami's new QB leads notable ACC transfers for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has added significant talent through the transfer portal for the 2026 college football season. Miami secured the nation's fifth-ranked transfer class, including Cooper Barkate and several other significant contributors. Virginia Tech benefits from the addition of Ethan Grunkemeyer, who reunites with former Penn State coach James Franklin. Other teams like Florida State and Georgia Tech also made key acquisitions to bolster their rosters. These transfers are expected to influence conference standings and playoff opportunities this season.
- •Miami landed Cooper Barkate, a top WR, after a standout season at Duke.
- •Virginia Tech's acquisition of Ethan Grunkemeyer comes after his strong performance at Penn State.
- •Florida State added OL Xavier Chaplin, a key position player with extensive experience.
- •Georgia Tech's Justice Haynes joins from Michigan, filling a critical offensive role.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — 10 most impactful ACC transfers for 2026: Miami's new QB headlines class
"While the Big Ten and SEC landed most of the country's top-rated transfers, the ACC managed to land some stars of its own.
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