Clemson and UCLA to Receive Two of Cal's Promising Transfers
The transfer portal continues to play out for several standout athletes from the University of California, with linebacker Luke Ferrelli making his way to Clemson while former Golden Bears defensive back Ryan McCulloch has committed to the Bruins.
Ferrelli, a freshman who racked up 91 tackles and was named Atlantic Coast Conference defensive rookie of the year this season, revealed on social media that he is leaving Cal. The announcement included a nod to "Tiger nation, let's roll," which suggests Ferrelli's excitement about joining the Clemson community.
Ferrelli was instrumental in the Bears' 28-24 win over Boston College, making a game-saving interception with just 19 seconds left on the clock. He and teammate Cade Uluave formed one of the ACC's top linebacker duos this season, but like Ferrelli, Uluave has also entered the transfer portal.
Meanwhile, McCulloch will look to boost UCLA's edge rushers group after a dismal 2025 campaign that ranked dead last in tackles for loss and sacks. The former Golden Bears outside linebacker tallied just 1.5 sacks during his time on the field, largely due to injuries that kept him off the field.
The transfer portal has continued to be a wild ride this season, with several top athletes leaving Cal in search of new opportunities. McCulloch joins Vic So'oto, UCLA's newly named linebackers coach, who previously worked alongside Ferrelli at Cal.
The transfer portal continues to play out for several standout athletes from the University of California, with linebacker Luke Ferrelli making his way to Clemson while former Golden Bears defensive back Ryan McCulloch has committed to the Bruins.
Ferrelli, a freshman who racked up 91 tackles and was named Atlantic Coast Conference defensive rookie of the year this season, revealed on social media that he is leaving Cal. The announcement included a nod to "Tiger nation, let's roll," which suggests Ferrelli's excitement about joining the Clemson community.
Ferrelli was instrumental in the Bears' 28-24 win over Boston College, making a game-saving interception with just 19 seconds left on the clock. He and teammate Cade Uluave formed one of the ACC's top linebacker duos this season, but like Ferrelli, Uluave has also entered the transfer portal.
Meanwhile, McCulloch will look to boost UCLA's edge rushers group after a dismal 2025 campaign that ranked dead last in tackles for loss and sacks. The former Golden Bears outside linebacker tallied just 1.5 sacks during his time on the field, largely due to injuries that kept him off the field.
The transfer portal has continued to be a wild ride this season, with several top athletes leaving Cal in search of new opportunities. McCulloch joins Vic So'oto, UCLA's newly named linebackers coach, who previously worked alongside Ferrelli at Cal.
! He's gonna kill it at Clemson and bring that ACC title to the Tigers 
. And omg, I'm so down for Ryan McCulloch too 
! UCLA needs some serious reinforcements on D and he's exactly what they need 
. Vic So'oto's coaching skills are fire 
, he knows what he's doing bringing in talented players like Ferrelli. Transfer portal drama is so crazy, but at least we get to see these amazing athletes make new waves 
. Can't wait for the season to start and see these guys do their thing 
!
Just heard about Luke Ferrelli going to Clemson 
... another talented player lost to the transfer portal 
. I mean, you can't blame him for wanting a change of pace, but it's always sad when you see your friends leave. 91 tackles and all that, that's some impressive stuff 
... but will UCLA be able to find someone like him? They've got their work cut out 
so cal is losing a lot of talent to other colleges right now... like what's going on with their program? 
i'm not saying they can't turn it around but ferrelli and mcculloch are both super talented players... will they make a difference at clemson and ucla or was cal just holding them back? 
And that game-saving interception against Boston College? Game-changer. I'm actually kinda surprised Cade Uluave followed suit, but I guess they both felt the need to explore new opportunities.
Fingers crossed UCLA can get back on track with these new signings! 
