UCLA's Karson Gordon Enters Transfer Portal as a Track Athlete, Dodging Football Restrictions
The redshirt sophomore is using the track transfer window to leave UCLA and keep his football career alive at another school.
- UCLA football player Karson Gordon entered the transfer portal on Thursday as a two-sport athlete, utilizing the open track and field window to move on after two seasons with the Bruins.
- The NCAA eliminated the spring football transfer portal, forcing Gordon to leverage his track eligibility to enter the portal as a two-sport athlete, according to On3's Pete Nakos.
- Originally recruited by Chip Kelly as a quarterback out of Texas, Gordon switched to receiver under DeShaun Foster but has not seen game action while focusing on his triple jumper career.
- Despite not committing yet, Gordon intends to continue playing football at his next school following his time with the Bruins in Westwood.
- Seeking a new opportunity, Gordon remained through the winter portal under coach Bob Chesney as the track and field portal remains open through June 26.
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