BREAKING: Vanderbilt Gifted offensive tackle to enter NCAA transfer portal

Vanderbilt offensive tackle Gunnar Hansen announced on social media on December 6 that he plans to enter the transfer portal when it officially opens on December 9. Having not played during his first year in college in 2021, he still has one year of eligibility left.

Hansen started 11 games for Vanderbilt as a sophomore in 2022, racking up 640 snaps at left tackle and left guard. In 2023, he started all 12 of Vanderbilt’s games at left tackle and recorded 779 snaps.

The Florida native continued his strong performance with 12 more starts at tackle for the Commodores during the 2024 season. He earned the Week 6 SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week award for his role in Vanderbilt’s upset victory over Alabama. Additionally, he was named the Outland Trophy Player of the Week and was placed on the Outland Trophy Watch List, which honors the nation’s top lineman each year.

Hansen’s transfer is expected to leave Vanderbilt’s offensive line even more depleted, as starters Steven Hubbard, Steven Losoya, and Xavier Castillo have all exhausted their eligibility.

According to a report from 247Sports, Hansen is looking to transfer to Miami, although several SEC schools are also anticipated to pursue the three-year starter. The report also suggested that Hansen might transition to offensive guard at his next institution.

BREAKING: Vanderbilt Gifted offensive tackle to enter NCAA transfer portal

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