Penn State TE transfer Jerry Cross commits to Memphis
Former Penn State tight end Jerry Cross has committed to Memphis out of the NCAA transfer portal, he announced on Saturday.
Cross played 19 snaps for the Nittany Lions during the 2024 regular season. He did not record any stats during those appearances.
Cross is a former four-star recruit in the 2022 recruiting class, according to the On3 Industry Rankings, which is a proprietary algorithm that compiles ratings and rankings from all four primary recruiting media services.
The tight end released a statement following his decision to hit the portal.
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“First and foremost I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Penn State University, Coach Franklin, and the entire coaching staff for the opportunity to be part of such a prestigious program,” Cross wrote on social media last week. “My time here has been filled with invaluable experiences, lifelong friendships, and lessons that have shaped me both on and off the field. To my teammates, thank you for the brotherhood, the hard work, and the memories we’ve created together. To the fans, your unwavering support has made every game at Beaver Stadium unforgettable and I am forever grateful to have been part of this special community.
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“This decision was not made lightly, as Penn State will always hold a special place in my heart. However, I believe this is the best step for my personal growth and athletic career. Thank you once again to everyone at Penn State for your support and guidance. I am excited for the opportunities ahead and look forward to what the future holds.”
The portal officially opened on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. More than 2,800 FBS scholarship players entered their names into the NCAA’s transfer database during the 2023-24 school year. Removing those who withdrew or went pro, the final total sat at 2,707 transfers.
That means roughly 25 percent of all FBS scholarship players hit free agency in one year, per On3’s Pete Nakos.
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.