Fresh off a season-ending loss in New Orleans, UGA is already making major moves in the transfer portal. With that, Kirby Smart is moving fast to build Georgia’s 2026 roster.
The transfer portal now feels like free agency in college football. News is coming in fast for the Dawgs, with big-time transfers already committing. At the same time, several current players have announced plans to leave Athens, including a key two-year starter on defense.
This is the new reality of the portal era. It is no longer just backups looking for playing time. Georgia will lose starters every year, but it will also add transfers who can make an immediate impact.
Here’s a breakdown of every player Georgia has added and lost in the transfer portal this week.
UGA Players Who Have Entered the Transfer Portal
- Joenel Aguero – S – Undecided
As a two-year starter at safety and a former 5-star recruit, Aguero is UGA’s transfer portal loss with the most production so far.
- Bo Hughley – OT – Undecided
Hughley appeared in 10 games this season and was in line for a potential starting spot in the 2026 season.
- Ondre Evans – CB – North Carolina State
The No. 85 overall player in the class of 2024 did not play a single snap in two seasons at UGA. Evans was sidelined for the entire 2025 season due to a torn ACL.
- Adrian Maddox – S – Undecided
After transferring from UAB, Maddox appeared in only four games in his one season at UGA.
Last week, the following players entered the transfer portal.
- S, Jaden Harris – Kansas
- LB Kris Jones – undecided
- DL, Jordan Thomas – South Carolina
- RB, Roderick Robinson – undecided
- TE, Pearce Spurlin – undecided
- CB, Daniel Harris – undecided
Transfer Portal Players Who Have Committed to UGA for 2026
- Isiah Canion – WR – Georgia Tech
The 6-4, 215-pound pass-catcher from Warner Robins, Georgia, had 480 yards and 4 touchdowns in 2025. Canion should be a key contributor as Georgia loses almost all 2025 WR production to the NFL. This includes Zachariah Branch.
- Amaris Williams – EDGE – Auburn
Williams is the No. 30 player overall in the entire transfer portal, according to 247Sports. The former 5-star has two years of eligibility and will look to make an immediate impact.
- Ja’marley Riddle – S – East Carolina
Georgia’s newest transfer commit totaled 133 tackles, 6 INTs and 10 PBU in the last two seasons at ECU. Riddle was named first-team All-AAC in 2025.
- Braylon Conley – CB – Southern California
Conley recorded 14 tackles and 1 FF in 2025. The 6-1 CB fits the UGA mold as he was known for giving it his all in run support at USC.
Georgia went into the week with one transfer commit already – S Khalil Barnes from Clemson. Barnes, a three-year starter, is a key addition for the Dawgs.
UGA has leaned heavily on transfers, especially over the past two seasons. Wide receiver Zachariah Branch is the best example. His impact in 2025 could not be overstated.
The USC transfer quickly became Georgia’s most important player. Many would argue he was the best player on the roster.
Kirby’s 2026 transfer portal class currently ranks No. 20 in the country early in the window, per 247Sports. It’s No. 40 in On3’s rankings.
The excitement of the offseason is just getting started. We will keep you posted!
