NCAA Council Votes to Eliminate Initial Counter Rule and Shrink Transfer Portal Window
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
The NCAA's Division I Council has voted to eliminate the annual limits on initial counters, allowing FBS and FCS football programs to replace as many scholarships as they lose up to their overall roster limits. The move comes after the COVID-19 pandemic and the popularity of the transfer portal led to increased player movement and difficulties in accommodating newcomers under the old rules. The decision also includes shortening transfer windows for all sports from 60 days to 45 days.