North Texas wide receiver Wyatt Young plans to enter the transfer portal, per ESPN. The move was widely expected across college football, given his elite production and the recent departure of head coach Eric Morris.
Young is coming off a breakout sophomore season in which he earned First Team All-AAC honors after leading the conference in receiving. He posted 70 catches for 1,264 yards and 10 touchdowns, finishing among the nation’s most dangerous big-play threats with 10 receptions of 40+ yards. According to PFSN’s CFB WR Impact metric, Young graded out at 87.5, the highest-ranked in the country, and was the clear focal point of a North Texas offense that earned an 84.0 team grade, good for 21st nationally.
With Young now officially on the market, here are five landing spots that make the most sense for one of the most coveted players in the transfer portal.
Oklahoma State
Oklahoma State feels like the most logical destination.
Young thrived under Eric Morris, who is now on staff in Stillwater, and his breakout sophomore campaign came within Morris’s offensive system. Reuniting with a coach who already understands how to maximize his skill set would allow Young to transition seamlessly while proving himself on a much larger stage.
The Cowboys’ need for an explosive wide receiver, combined with Young’s familiarity with the scheme, could allow him to step in immediately as a top option. From a development and exposure standpoint, Oklahoma State checks every box.
Texas Tech
Texas Tech has proven it isn’t afraid to spend in the transfer portal. The Red Raiders went big last offseason, and it paid off with a Big 12 championship and a top-four seed in the College Football Playoff. Despite an offense that moved the ball effectively, production often came from the ground game or running backs in the passing attack. Notably, no Texas Tech wide receiver graded above a 76.0 in PFSN’s WR Impact Grade.
Young, a Katy, Texas native, would bring elite receiving production to a unit that needs a true No. 1 target. His presence could elevate an already strong offense to an entirely new level.
Georgia
Georgia’s offense wasn’t bad in 2025 by any means, but it did lack a consistent vertical threat outside of Zachariah Branch, who could still declare for the NFL Draft. If Branch departs, the Bulldogs would be left with a noticeable void at receiver.
Young’s game draws natural comparisons to former Georgia standout Ladd McConkey: explosive speed, sharp route running, and the ability to create separation at all three levels. He’s an “all ball” player who fits the culture Kirby Smart values, and his ability to stretch the field would add a new dimension to Mike Bobo’s Georgia offense.
If Georgia is looking for an immediate-impact receiver who can thrive in high-pressure situations, Young would be a near-perfect fit.
Texas A&M
Texas A&M has shown a willingness to aggressively pursue the portal, especially at the wide receiver position.
Last offseason, the Aggies landed KC Concepcion and Mario Craver, both of whom delivered immediately with PFSN impact grades of 81.5 and 84.7, respectively. However, with Concepcion now heading to the 2026 NFL Draft, Texas A&M faces a significant vacancy opposite Craver.
This is where Young fits perfectly. His 10 receiving touchdowns, 10th most nationally, highlight his ability as a red-zone weapon and contested-catch specialist. Pairing Young’s physical, high-point ability with Craver’s explosiveness would give the Aggies one of the most balanced receiver duos in the country.
USC
USC is the wild card, but arguably the most intriguing option. The Trojans just lost their top two receivers, Makai Lemon (85.1 PFSN grade) and Jakobi Lane (78.9), to the NFL Draft. That’s a massive amount of production leaving the offense, especially for quarterback Jayden Maiava, as he looks to take the next step in his development.
With only Tanook Hines (78.3 grade) returning as a proven option, there are major snaps and targets up for grabs. Lincoln Riley, one of the brightest offensive minds in college football, won’t need to sell much; the opportunity speaks for itself.
Young could step in immediately as USC’s go-to receiver and become the next transfer wideout to thrive in Riley’s system.
