Kentucky EDGE Noah Matthews enters NCAA Transfer Portal

On Friday, Kentucky EDGE Noah Matthews announced he has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal. Matthews spent three seasons with the Wildcats.

“First and foremost, I want to thank God for His continuous blessings and guidance throughout my life. It is by His grace that I have had the incredible opportunity to pursue college athletics, and I’m forever grateful for His presence in my journey,” Matthews wrote. “I would also like to express my deepest gratitude to my coaches, the strength and conditioning staff, and the athletic training staff.

“Your dedication to helping me develop both as an athlete and as an individual has meant the world to me. The lessons I’ve learned from each of you have had a lasting impact, and I will carry them forward in all that I do.

“To my teammates and friends, thank you for the unforgettable memories and for being a constant source of support. The relationships we’ve built and the experiences we’ve shared will always hold a special place in my heart.”

Matthews made seven appearances for Kentucky this season, tallying seven tackles and a fumble recovery. Matthews played in 10 games last season and recorded six total tackles, including a career-high three tackles against Alabama.

After only seeing action in four outings in his true freshman season in 2022, Matthews ultimately redshirted. Matthews played high school football at Woodbridge (DE), where he was an unranked prospect, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

Noah Matthews notched 70 tackles and 10 sacks in his senior season at Woodbridge. For his efforts, he was named first-team All-State, an All-District selection and the 2A Defensive Lineman of the Year by the Delaware Interscholastic Football Coaches Association.

Now, Matthews will search for a new home somewhere across the college football landscape. He has two years of eligibility remaining. Matthews is the 15th Kentucky player who has entered or plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal.

To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire. 

The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and Twitter account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.