USC tight end Kade Eldridge plans to enter NCAA Transfer Portal

USC Trojans tight end Kade Eldridge plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, he announced on his Twitter page on Sunday evening. He hauled in three catches for 19 yards during the 2024 campaign.

Thank you Trojan Family! pic.twitter.com/PV6O1gbYa9

— Kade Eldridge (@eldridge_kade) December 8, 2024

“First and foremost, I want to give all the glory to god for the incredible opportunity to play the sport I love. His blessings and guidance have been with me every step of the way. I am also deeply grateful to the Trojan family, and especially to Coach Hanson, Coach Wylie, Coach Withrow, and Coach Riley. Over the last two years, not only have I grown as a football player, but I’ve also evolved as a person, and that is something I will carry with me for the rest of my life,” Eldridge explained.

“With sincere gratitude for all of the experiences and memories, I have decided to enter the transfer portal with three years of eligibility remaining. While this decision comes with mixed emotions, I am excited for the new chapter ahead, where I can continue to develop both on and off the field. I’m looking forward to the next steps in my journey and to the opportunities that await. Thank you again to everyone who has supported me along the way–it means more than words can express,” Eldridge finished.

Coming out of Lynden Christian School (Lynden, Washington), Eldridge was rated as a three-star prospect, and ranked as the No. 568 overall prospect in America, according to the On3 Industry Rankings for the 2023 cycle.

He made 2023 PrepStar All-Western Region, was named to the 2022 1A NWC All-Conference Defensive MVP. He was also an all-state representative at the tight end position. On offense, he hauled in 545 yards on 72 carries and seven touchdowns.