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Former FSU defensive lineman Derrick McLendon transfers to Colorado

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After a mass exodus over the last few days at Colorado, Coach Prime has added a potential starter that could make a big impact.

Former Florida State defensive lineman Derrick McLendon made it official and announced he’s heading to Colorado. The redshirt junior tested out the transfer portal with stops at Georgia, Missouri, and South Carolina; but ultimately decided to head west.

I’m comin’ #gobuffs pic.twitter.com/Umuqz6th6B

— HIM (@DMAC1513) April 26, 2023

McLendon was a pivotal part of the Seminoles defensive front with 37 total tackles (five for loss) and 3.