Returning an experienced, star player is the best-case scenario, but many college football teams enter the offseason with optimism about a potential breakout player.
Yes, it stung Oklahoma to lose Dillon Gabriel as a transfer to Oregon. He's one of the most efficient and productive QBs in the sport's history. At the same time, it's understandable that the Sooners are excited for Jackson Arnold to take control of the offense in 2024.
Though not necessarily with identical context, OU's situation is a similar story around the nation.
At other programs, an incoming transfer may be positioned to thrive.