Colorado QB Ryan Staub Enters Transfer Portal with Two Years of Eligibility Remaining
Ryan Staub is on the move. The Colorado quarterback has officially entered the transfer portal, bringing two years of eligibility and a skill set that could quietly turn heads in the right system.
Staub’s time in Boulder was a bit of a rollercoaster-limited snaps, shifting offensive schemes, and a depth chart led by Shedeur Sanders meant his opportunities were few and far between. But when he did get on the field, there were flashes. Not fireworks, necessarily, but enough to suggest there’s a capable, poised quarterback here waiting for the right stage.
Let’s look at the numbers. In 2024, Staub completed 30 of 55 passes for 427 yards, three touchdowns, and four interceptions.
Not eye-popping, but context matters-he wasn’t getting regular reps, and the offense around him was in flux. Go back to 2023, and you’ll find a more efficient showing: 23-for-40, 254 yards, one touchdown, no interceptions.
That came in relief duty as a freshman, stepping in when Sanders went down. And even in that small sample, Staub showed something important-he didn’t panic.
Staub’s game isn’t built on flash. He’s not going to wow you with off-platform throws or backyard-style improvisation.
What he does bring is a smart, steady presence under center. He throws a catchable ball, works through his progressions, and shows a feel for the short and intermediate game.
He’s not afraid to take a shot downfield when it’s there, but he’s not reckless. That balance-aggression without carelessness-is something coaches can work with.
What he needs now is structure. A stable offensive line.
A system that gives him defined reads. Consistent practice reps with the ones.
Staub isn’t the kind of quarterback you drop into chaos and expect to thrive. But in the right environment?
He can be a real asset. Programs looking for a cerebral, accurate quarterback to manage the offense and move the chains should absolutely be taking a hard look.
One thing that stands out about Staub is how seriously he took his role behind Shedeur Sanders. He’s spoken about what it meant to learn from Sanders and how that experience shaped his understanding of the position.
That kind of humility and approach to development doesn’t show up on a stat sheet, but it matters. It tells you he’s coachable, self-aware, and ready to compete the right way.
Wherever Staub ends up, he’ll bring with him two years of eligibility, a solid foundation, and a mindset built on preparation. He’s not a household name-yet-but there’s a sense that his best football could still be ahead of him.
We'll be watching closely to see where he lands and how his next chapter unfolds.