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Dan Hurley Calls Transfer Portal ‘Terrible,’ Pushes Pro-Style Overhaul

He urges colleges to install front-office roles to manage a nonstop transfer market.

Overview

  • Hurley, speaking Thursday on The Dan Patrick Show, called the current transfer system "terrible" and said tampering happens throughout the year.
  • He argued programs should operate like NBA teams, with dedicated staff to run recruiting visits, manage agent talks, and build rosters after the season.
  • The transfer window, moved to open right after the national title game, has already seen more than 1,800 players enter in its first days, according to Yahoo Sports.
  • UConn began shifting to that model in May 2025 by making Tom Moore a full-time general manager focused on roster construction.
  • Hurley warned of heavy turnover at UConn, estimating only four or five of 15 players may return next season, while saying NIL has benefited players without hurting their commitment.