BREAKING: Here We Go – Caden Durham goes to the Transfer Portal with Immediate Effect Due to…
BREAKING: Here We Go – Caden Durham Enters the Transfer Portal with Immediate Effect Due to Family Circumstances
It was a crisp December morning when the shocking news hit the college football world: Caden Durham, the electric running back who had been the heart of LSU’s offense, had officially entered the transfer portal. The announcement, made via a brief but heartfelt statement on Durham’s social media, sent shockwaves through the Tigers’ fan base and the broader college football community.
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“First and foremost, I want to thank LSU for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to compete at the highest level. These past seasons have been nothing short of amazing, and I will always cherish the relationships I’ve built with my teammates, coaches, and fans,” Durham’s post began. “Unfortunately, due to unforeseen family circumstances, I have decided to enter the transfer portal with immediate effect. This decision was not easy, but it is necessary for me to prioritize what matters most: my family.”
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Behind the statement lay a deeply personal story. Durham’s mother, a single parent who had worked tirelessly to support his dreams, had been diagnosed with a serious illness. The news had come just weeks before LSU’s bowl game, and while Durham initially tried to balance his commitment to the team with being there for his family, it became clear that he needed to be closer to home.
Rumors quickly swirled about his potential landing spots, with Oklahoma and SMU—the two major programs closest to his hometown of Duncanville, Texas—emerging as frontrunners. While fans speculated, Durham kept a low profile, focusing on his family and the difficult transition ahead.
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In Baton Rouge, his teammates were visibly shaken. “Caden isn’t just a great player; he’s a great person,” said quarterback Garrett Nussmeier during a press conference. “We’re going to miss him, but we all support his decision 100%. Family always comes first.”
LSU’s head coach echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing that the program would always be a home for Durham. “We’re proud of everything Caden has accomplished here, and we’ll continue to root for him wherever he goes,” he said.
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While the news was undoubtedly a blow to LSU’s plans, it also highlighted the human side of college athletics. For Durham, the transfer portal wasn’t about greener pastures or NIL deals; it was about being a son and showing up when it mattered most.
As Durham’s statement concluded, he left the door open for the next chapter: “I don’t know what the future holds, but I know this—wherever I go, I’ll give it my all, just like I’ve done every step of the way. Thank you, LSU, for everything.”
And with that, the college football world awaited the next move of one of its brightest stars, hoping for the be
st both on and off the field.