Boston College wide receiver Cedric Lott is heading to the transfer portal when it officially opens on January 2. The 6-foot-5 redshirt sophomore made his announcement via social media, signaling the next chapter in what’s been an unconventional football journey.
Lott’s path to the gridiron wasn’t exactly traditional. A standout basketball player at Horn High School in Dallas, Texas, he didn’t fully commit to football until later in his high school career.
But even with limited experience, his athletic upside caught the attention of several programs. Boston College extended an offer in 2023, and Lott joined the Eagles as part of the 2024 recruiting class.
At the time, he was rated as a three-star prospect by the 247Sports Composite, ranked No. 1,794 nationally, No. 215 among wide receivers, and No. 258 in the state of Texas. His recruitment was led by Darrell Wyatt, who has since moved on from the BC staff. Lott also held offers from Texas Tech, Memphis, Buffalo, North Texas, and Texas State - a list that reflects how intriguing his raw potential was to a range of programs.
This past season, Lott saw limited action. He logged five offensive snaps in Boston College’s season finale against Syracuse and contributed on special teams in that game as well as the matchup against Louisville. While the on-field opportunities were sparse, his size and athleticism still make him an interesting prospect in the portal - especially for teams looking to develop long, physical receivers with high ceilings.
Lott becomes the 11th Boston College player to announce his intention to transfer, joining a growing list that includes defensive lineman Ty Clemons and offensive lineman Jack Funke. The movement reflects a broader trend across college football, where roster turnover and portal activity are now a regular part of the offseason landscape.
As for Lott, the next stop in his football journey is still to be determined - but with his frame, athletic background, and untapped potential, he’ll likely draw interest from programs looking to mold a high-upside target on the outside.