University of Colorado EDGE rusher Taje McCoy has announced his intention to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, he confirmed to On3 Sports on Friday. The rising defensive standout is expected to draw significant attention from programs across the country.
McCoy, a 6-foot-2, 248-pound edge defender, appeared in all 13 games for the Buffaloes during the 2024 season. He finished the year with 23 total tackles and 4 sacks, showcasing flashes of explosiveness and versatility off the edge in Head Coach Deion Sanders’ defense.
Despite limited starts, McCoy was a consistent contributor throughout the season and showed strong development as a pass rusher. With three years of eligibility remaining, his decision to enter the portal is seen as a significant move and one that immediately adds a coveted name to the spring transfer cycle.
Originally a member of Colorado’s 2023 recruiting class, McCoy was considered a high-upside prospect out of high school and had reportedly drawn praise from the Buffaloes’ coaching staff for his motor and growth in the program.
His departure marks the latest roster shakeup for Colorado, which has seen notable player movement since the conclusion of the regular season. Coach Sanders has emphasized both retention and aggressive recruiting, signaling more changes could be ahead.
McCoy’s combination of youth, game experience, and production is expected to make him one of the more sought-after defensive players in the portal. Several Power Five programs are already believed to be expressing interest.
The Buffaloes, meanwhile, will look to reshuffle their defensive front as they prepare for their 2025 campaign, hoping to build on a season that showed promise but ultimately fell short of bowl contention.
As McCoy begins his transfer process, a final decision on his next destination is expected in the coming weeks.