UTEP OL Jake Utley Enters Transfer Portal After Solid Sophomore Start Stint
Jake Utley, a 6-6, 315-pound offensive lineman for UTEP, entered the 2026 transfer portal after appearing in 10 games in 2025, including starting the first four as a sophomore right guard [7][10]. His differentiator is early-game reliability and physical maturity at the tackle/guard spots, though his 2-10 team finish and limited total starts (one in 2024, four in 2025) suggest he’s still developing consistency [3][6]. Utley brings a high-intensity, no-nonsense approach typical of UTEP’s gritty line culture, with no reported injury history [3]. He’s a good fit for teams needing a young, projectable OL with starting experience who can grow into a multi-year contributor, especially if they value size and early-season poise over elite stats.
