Kennesaw State may be a program just beginning its FBS journey, but it was the play of former quarterback Amari Odom that enabled him to enter the transfer portal. The 6’5″, 195-pound sophomore led the Owls to a 10-3 season, passing for 2,594 yards and accounting for 26 total touchdowns.
Kennesaw State QB Amari Odom Enters Transfer Portal: Where Could He Land?
Unlike most portal entrants with only one year as an FBS starter, Odom played FCS football at Wofford before transferring to Kennesaw State. A lanky, angular passer, the sophomore confidently throws deep. With two years of eligibility remaining, he is an underrated portal target with the ability to change the complexion of a game with both his feet and his arm.
TCU Horned Frogs
TCU’s Air Raid offense relies on a quarterback who can throw deep and operate with both touch and velocity. Odom’s skill set fits the scheme, allowing the offense to stretch defenses vertically. With Hoover leaving, TCU may seek a quarterback like Odom who can capitalize on these strengths and help maintain offensive momentum.
The Horned Frogs would rely on Odom’s arm to attack Big 12 defenses and withstand pressure from units like Texas Tech that test quarterbacks on every snap.
Virginia Tech Hokies
Virginia Tech needs more than just a quarterback, but Odom’s agility and toughness could bring a new dimension. His willingness to stand in the pocket and deliver matches Franklin’s quarterback development strengths and could offer the Hokies a more versatile offense in the ACC. With expectations tempered after subpar seasons under former coach Brent Pry, the team may look to surprise opponents.
Baylor Bears
At Baylor, the Air Raid Spread offense run by Jake Spavital benefits quarterbacks who can make quick, accurate throws, and the system supports dynamic passer play. Odom’s ability to operate vertically and manage an up-tempo offense aligns well, making him a strong candidate to fill the void left by Robertson. Head coach Dave Aranda needs to rebound from a 5-7 record that has placed him on the hot seat.
Cincinnati Bearcats
Cincinnati’s offensive schemes in the Big 12 often favor dual-threat quarterbacks. Odom’s willingness to take risks and push the ball vertically matches what is needed to compete and turn games into high-scoring shootouts, which aligns with the program’s direction. The passer would need to match Sorsby’s production, as Cincinnati ranked 20th in PFSN’s Offense Impact metric.
UConn Huskies
Jason Candle aims to give UConn a more dynamic offensive identity. Odom’s arm talent and playmaking ability could elevate the Huskies’ vertical passing game and generate excitement, benefiting both the team and the quarterback as the program looks toward future conference opportunities.
Odom led a young FBS program to a conference title and double-digit wins. Now, that success positions him as an intriguing transfer portal candidate.
