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Written by: E. George
Published April 23, 2025 @ 1:55 PM ET
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. – Georgia Tech’s football roster saw another shift Tuesday as redshirt freshman David Prince entered the NCAA transfer portal, becoming the second tight end to leave the program recently.
Prince, who joined the Yellow Jackets as part of the 2024 recruiting class, did not appear in any games last season. Originally recruited as a tight end, he transitioned to wide receiver during spring practice in an effort to find a more fitting role within the offense. The Glynn Academy product was regarded as a three-star prospect by the 247Sports Composite and held offers from multiple FBS programs, including Arkansas, UCF, and Virginia Tech.
The move follows the departure of Jackson Long, another tight end who announced his intention to transfer on Monday. These consecutive exits leave Georgia Tech with a thinner tight-end group heading into the summer, though the unit still includes returners like Luke Harpring, J.T. Byrne—a transfer from Cal—and Brett Seither.
Despite the recent losses, the Yellow Jackets have bolstered the position with incoming freshmen Connor Roush of Wesleyan School and Kevin Roche of Darien, Connecticut. Both are expected to join the team this summer.
During the spring period, Georgia Tech experimented with positional flexibility and player development, particularly within the tight end room. Prince, standing 6-foot-4 and weighing 230 pounds, participated in the annual spring game earlier this month, recording a single reception for 14 yards. His move to receiver was seen as a developmental opportunity, but his decision to enter the portal suggests a desire for a fresh start elsewhere.
As the transfer portal deadline approaches, Georgia Tech has largely avoided mass departures. Still, the back-to-back losses at a single position group could prompt a reassessment of depth and versatility heading into the 2025 season.
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