Summary
The Transfer Portal can completely change a Dynasty roster in College Football 27, especially when you know which under-the-radar players are worth targeting. Instead of chasing only high-overall names, look for young players with elite athleticism, strong development traits, and room to grow through their remaining caps.
Here are 10 transfer portal hidden gems to watch for in Dynasty Mode, covering quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, linebackers, defensive linemen, tight ends, and offensive tackles. To land these under-the-radar playmakers before your rivals do, buy CUT 27 Coins and unlock premium scouting tools.
10. Austin Carlisle — Quarterback
Austin Carlisle is a true sophomore quarterback who brings one of the most useful physical profiles for a run-heavy Dynasty offense.
He can reach 93 Speed and 95 Acceleration, with the potential to develop even further. His throwing attributes are much less impressive, including only 79 Throw Power and weaker accuracy under pressure.
That makes him a poor fit for a pass-first offense, but an excellent option for a system built around quarterback runs.
Best Way to Use Carlisle
Carlisle works especially well for rebuilds that want to lean heavily on QB sweeps, option concepts, and designed runs. A playbook such as Oklahoma can help maximize his athleticism.
Do not expect elite passing numbers from him. Instead, build the offense around his ability to create yards on the ground.
9. Caleb Jackson — Running Back
Caleb Jackson is a redshirt junior with an 82 overall rating and a powerful 6'0", 234-pound frame.
His Speed and Acceleration are not elite at the beginning, but his physical style makes him particularly useful for smaller-school rebuilds. He has 81 Strength, 85 Carrying, and high-80s Trucking and Stiff Arm ratings.
He also has room to improve his acceleration and other physical attributes through his remaining caps.
Best Way to Use Jackson
Jackson is built for a smash-mouth offense. If you are rebuilding a smaller program and want a dependable power back who can run through contact, he is a strong portal target.
8. Ra Ra Joseph — Wide Receiver
Ra Ra Joseph brings elite athleticism to the receiving room. The redshirt junior from Eastern Carolina stands at 5'10", 180 pounds and has an 86 overall rating.
His standout numbers include:
95 Speed
95 Acceleration
95 Agility
94 Change of Direction
He also comes with Gold Spin Cycle and Silver Jukebox, giving him useful tools after the catch.
Why Joseph Stands Out
Joseph is valuable when you need a receiver who can create separation and turn short touches into bigger plays. His combination of speed, agility, and change of direction gives him plenty of value even without elite overall ratings.
7. Kaden Saunders — Wide Receiver
Kaden Saunders is another receiver who can provide immediate athleticism while still having room to develop.
The Southern Mississippi receiver is an 85 overall with 92 Speed and 96 Acceleration. He also has 87 Catching, 85 Spectacular Catch, 91 Jumping, and route-running ratings mostly in the 80s.
He still has three Speed caps available, meaning his physical profile can become even more dangerous.
Why Target Saunders?
Saunders offers a useful combination of speed, catching, jumping, and open-field ability. His route running is not his biggest strength, but his physical tools can make him a valuable weapon in a Dynasty offense.
6. Sincere Johnson — Linebacker
Sincere Johnson is one of the most intriguing defensive portal targets on the list.
The true freshman is 6'3", 228 pounds with 90 Speed, 94 Acceleration, 92 Agility, and 88 Change of Direction.
More importantly, he has an Elite Development Trait and comes with Platinum Knockout and Gold Robber.
His coverage numbers are already useful, including 83 Man Coverage and 78 Zone Coverage, while his 84 Tackle and 89 Pursuit give him a solid defensive foundation.
Move Johnson Around the Defense
Johnson's athleticism gives you plenty of flexibility. He can develop into a linebacker, safety, or even a pass-rushing defensive player depending on your scheme.
His quickness and remaining caps are the biggest reasons to keep an eye on him.
5. Xavian Griffin — Linebacker
Xavian Griffin is another young linebacker with an impressive combination of size and speed.
The Alabama freshman is 6'3", 222 pounds with:
90 Speed
93 Acceleration
91 Agility
87 Change of Direction
He also has an Elite Development Trait, Gold House Call, and Platinum Knockout.
Build Griffin Into a Defensive Weapon
Griffin is particularly interesting because his pass-rush potential gives you another way to use his athleticism. With room to improve, he can become a versatile defender who moves around the front and attacks the quarterback.
For Dynasty players looking for young defensive talent, his combination of size, speed, abilities, and development potential makes him worth scouting.
4. Jake Krule — Defensive End
Jake Krule is one of the better long-term defensive line targets on this list.
The Oklahoma defensive end is a 6'3", 240-pound freshman with an Elite Development Trait. He already has 83 Speed and 89 Acceleration, along with 84 Power Moves.
The bigger attraction is his development ceiling. He has multiple remaining caps across his physical and pass-rushing attributes.
Why Krule Has Long-Term Value
Krule has the tools to develop into a disruptive edge player. His combination of size, acceleration, pass-rush potential, and Elite Development Trait gives him a strong foundation for a Dynasty rebuild.
If you find him in the portal, he is the type of young player worth investing in for multiple seasons.
3. Lincoln Kure — Tight End
Lincoln Kure is a 79 overall true sophomore from Kansas State, but his physical profile makes him much more interesting than his overall rating suggests.
At 6'5", 242 pounds, he has the size of a traditional receiving tight end while also offering useful blocking potential.
His Elite Development Trait gives him plenty of room to grow, and his vertical-threat archetype makes him useful in the passing game.
A Two-Way Tight End
Kure can develop into a tight end who contributes as both a receiver and blocker. His size gives him an advantage on contested catches, while his development potential makes him a worthwhile long-term project.
2. Malachi Goodman — Left Tackle
Malachi Goodman is one of the most appealing offensive line prospects in this group.
The Penn State redshirt freshman is an 81 overall left tackle, standing 6'6", 330 pounds with an Elite Development Trait and a Raw Strength archetype.
His biggest advantage is how much room he has to develop. Only two caps affect his pass blocking and one affects his run blocking, leaving substantial potential for improvement.
Develop Goodman Into a Starter
Goodman's strength and size make him a natural long-term offensive tackle. As his blocking ratings improve, he can develop into a reliable starter capable of protecting the quarterback while supporting a physical rushing attack.
For a Dynasty rebuild, finding a young offensive lineman with this combination of overall rating, size, development trait, and available caps can be extremely valuable.
1. Chris Johnson Jr. — Running Back
Chris Johnson Jr. is the standout name on this list because of one overwhelming attribute: speed.
The Clemson redshirt junior is an 86 overall, 6'0", 190-pound East-West Playmaker with 96 Speed and 98 Acceleration.
He also has 90 Change of Direction, 88 Juke, good hands, 92 Jumping, and enough receiving ability to contribute out of the backfield.
Unlike most of the other players near the top of this list, Johnson has an Impact Development Trait rather than Elite. However, his extraordinary athleticism makes him dangerous immediately.
Turn Speed Into Big Plays
Johnson is at his best when you create space for him. Use outside runs, counters, screens, and other concepts that allow him to attack open grass.
His route-running and some abilities have caps, but a good offensive scheme can still maximize his speed.
That combination makes him a particularly valuable target when building a Dynasty offense around explosive running plays.
How to Find the Best Transfer Portal Gems
Overall rating should not be your only consideration when scouting the portal. Pay close attention to the attributes that determine how much a player can develop.
Check Speed and Acceleration
For skill positions, elite Speed and Acceleration can be more important than a few points of overall rating. Players such as Chris Johnson Jr., Ra Ra Joseph, and Kaden Saunders can become dangerous simply because of their athletic profiles.
Look at Development Traits
An Elite Development Trait is especially valuable when you are targeting young players. It can give a freshman or sophomore much more long-term value than an older player with a similar overall rating.
Check Remaining Caps
Caps tell you how much room a player has to improve specific attributes. A player with several open physical or position-specific caps may become significantly better after a few seasons.
Build Your Dynasty Around Hidden Talent
The Transfer Portal is not only about finding the highest-rated player available. The best Dynasty additions can come from young players whose overall ratings hide their speed, physical traits, abilities, or development potential.
Whether you need a mobile quarterback, a power running back, a burner at receiver, an athletic linebacker, a pass rusher, or a future starting tackle, these 10 names give you plenty of options to scout when building your Dynasty roster. To evaluate these prospects more efficiently, CUT 27 Coins can unlock premium scouting tools that reveal their attributes and development traits.
