Miami defensive lineman Donta Simpson plans to enter NCAA Transfer Portal

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Miami defensive lineman Donta Simpson plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, On3 has learned. He’s finishing up his freshman season with the Hurricanes during their College Football Playoff run.

Simpson played high school football atChaminade-Madonna Prep (Hollywood, FL), where he was a three-star prospect. He was the No. 562 overall recruit in the 2025 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking, a weighted algorithm that complies all major recruiting media services.

He amassed eight four total tackles in 2025. Where he ends up next remains to be seen. Regardless, after giving this past season to Miami, Simpson will be ready, willing and able to contribute for whichever team he chooses.

To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire. The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and Twitter account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.

Miami advances past Ohio State in CFP

The news of Simpson hitting the portal comes just a few hours after the Hurricanes advanced past Ohio State in the College Football Playoff. Miami’s offense drew first blood in the game but it was the defense that stood out.

ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum reacted to Miami’s win on Thursday morning’s ‘Get Up.’ Finebaum went as far to say the Hurricanes “bullied” the Buckeyes, which is not what most expected. Even Vegas had Miami underdogs by nearly 10 points.

“I was shocked how Miami bullied Ohio State,” Finebaum said. “We really haven’t seen that all year. We saw them struggle against Indiana, but I think we just got a false sense of security with Ohio State, starting back with the game between Arch Manning and Texas. Because they were so dominant and then they were really not challenged again.”Meanwhile, the NCAA Division I Administrative Committee passed dates for the one-time-only college

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