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Cincinnati Bearcats backup QB Ben Bryant transfers to Eastern Michigan

University of Cincinnati backup quarterback Ben Bryant announced Thursday he is transferring to Eastern Michigan.

Bryant's announcement via Twitter came about a month after he entered the NCAA transfer portal as a graduate transfer.

"Upon graduation from The University of Cincinnati, I felt like it was in my best interest to explore my options," said Bryant, whose parents both graduated from Eastern Michigan.

The 6-foot-3, 218-pound La Grange, Illinois, native remained with the Bearcats and was eligible to practice, dress and play while in the portal.

Bryant. a redshirt-sophomore, completed 11 of his 14 attempts for 90 yards and a touchdown and added 65 rushing yards on six attempts with a score this season.