Ohio State starting QB Kyle McCord enters transfer portal

Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord, who started all season, entered the transfer portal.

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McCord won the starting position early in the season, beating out Devin Brown.

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Recruited by Coach Ryan Day, McCord waited two years behind C.J. Stroud before starting.

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The Philadelphia native had an impressive season with 3,170 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and 65.8% completion.

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Despite three games with over 300 passing yards, two games with two interceptions, including a crucial loss to Michigan.

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The loss to Michigan cost Ohio State a College Football Playoff spot for the second time in three years.

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Coach Day praised McCord's growth and toughness, especially in dealing with ankle injuries.

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Ohio State is set to play Missouri in the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic on Dec. 29.

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Coach Day was noncommittal about McCord's status as the team's starter for the upcoming game.

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The transfer window opened, and besides McCord, other Ohio State players, including running back Evan Pryor, entered the portal.

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