TCU

Which TCU running back intends to enter the transfer portal?

By Steven Johnson

Updated December 22, 2025 6:35 PM

TCU running back Nate Palmer intends to enter the transfer portal when it opens Jan. 2, the Star-Telegram has learned.

The redshirt freshman from Decatur flashed his talent during spring camp, where he and Jeremy Payne shared a majority of the first-team reps.

But even with a strong performance in the spring, Palmer spent the season behind Kevorian Barnes, Trent Battle, Payne and true freshman Jon Denman.

Palmer had 30 carries for 139 yards this season.

Palmer is the latest Horned Frog to announce his intentions to enter the portal, joining quarterback Josh Hoover, wide receiver Jordyn Bailey and cornerback Jonah Martinez.

The Horned Frogs will face USC in the Alamo Bowl on Dec. 30 in San Antonio.

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This story was originally published December 22, 2025 at 4:26 PM.

Steven Johnson

Fort Worth Star-Telegram