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Three Players the Buckeyes Missed in the Transfer Portal
Ohio State could have significantly improved its 2026 roster by signing these standout transfers.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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The Ohio State Buckeyes are poised to have one of their best rosters in recent years in 2026, but they missed out on signing several high-impact transfers that could have taken their team to the next level. Three players the Buckeyes should have targeted in the transfer portal were defensive back Koi Perich from Minnesota, linebacker Rasheem Biles from Pitt, and wide receiver Cam Coleman from Auburn, all of whom ended up signing with other programs.
Why it matters
Signing these talented transfers would have addressed key needs for Ohio State and provided immediate impact at positions of importance. Perich could have filled the void left by the departure of star defensive back Caleb Downs, Biles would have boosted the linebacker corps after the loss of Arvell Reese, and Coleman would have given the Buckeyes' passing attack another dangerous weapon alongside Jeremiah Smith.
The details
Perich was a ballhawk for Minnesota, recording 5 interceptions in 2024 and a pick-six in 2025. Biles was a playmaker at Pitt, tallying 4.5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 2 interceptions in 2025. Coleman was a productive receiver at Auburn who could have provided veteran leadership and experience to complement the Buckeyes' young receiving corps.
- Perich entered the transfer portal following the 2025 season.
- Biles transferred to Texas after the 2025 season.
- Coleman joined the Longhorns via the transfer portal after the 2025 campaign.
The players
Koi Perich
A defensive back who had 5 interceptions in 2024 and a pick-six in 2025 for the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Rasheem Biles
A linebacker who recorded 4.5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 2 interceptions for the Pitt Panthers in 2025.
Cam Coleman
A wide receiver who was a productive pass-catcher for the Auburn Tigers before entering the transfer portal.
The takeaway
While Ohio State is still poised to field one of the nation's top teams in 2026, missing out on these high-impact transfers means the Buckeyes may have left some untapped potential on the table. Securing even one of these players could have provided a significant boost to the roster and given Ohio State an even stronger chance at competing for a national championship.
