After appearing in two games his first year at Florida in 2020, Powell-Ryland played in 12 games in 2021 and had five tackles and 1.5 sacks.[4] In 2022, he played in all 13 games with five starts and recorded 29 tackles and three sacks. After the season, he entered the transfer portal and transferred to Virginia Tech.[5][6] After playing linebacker at Florida, Powell-Ryland converted to a defensive end at Virginia Tech and became a starter his first year in 2023.[7] Antwaun Powell-Ryland - Wikipedia AntwaunPowell-Ryland Virginia Tech Hokies #52 Defensive Lineman Class Senior HT/WT 6' 3", 252 lbs Birthplace Portsmouth, VA Status Active Antwaun Powell-Ryland - Virginia Tech Hokies Defensive Lineman - ESPN
Thanks, Bazza, but my question was facetious. We could have used him ourselves. I hate this modern game.
The Eagles say Not So Fast My Friend II! 28-21 w/3 left in Q3! Those turnovers will kill you every time!!!
Since you asked....and I don't see anyone else chiming in..... There are many reasons a player leaves a particular program. I will mention just one: There are some players who want to play for teams that win. They don't expect the team they're on to win every game. But when their team consistently loses games they should win.....coupled with the other losses....and the team ends up with a losing record....that is a deal breaker. So when the subject of recruiting and transfers comes up.....programs that are consistent losers are always going to be handicapped. Ergo, the importance of winning games as it relates to retaining good players. Probably more than you asked for to answer your question.....
The widely accepted story re this player is that there was a locker room incident that led to his departure
