It’s been a busy day on the transfer portal front for Pitt football, and it’s gotten even busier with another defender announcing their intended entrance.
Stephon Hall, a third-year sophomore from Central Valley High in Monaca, Pa., announced Wednesday that he will enter the transfer portal when it officially opens on Dec. 4, considering he has not yet graduated from Pitt.
“I want to express my sincere gratitude for the support, guidance and mentorship I been provided during my time here at the University of Pittsburgh. The experiences and lessons learned have been invaluable, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to represent the University of Pittsburgh,” Hall wrote on Twitter.
“This decision has not been easy, and I want to assure you that it is driven by my desire for personal and athletic growth. I hold the utmost respect for University of Pittsburgh and its athletic program. Thank you again for everything, and I hope our paths cross in the future. I will alas cherish the memories and relationships built during my time here.”
Hall was a three-star recruit out of Central Valley in 2021, enrolling mid-year for his freshman season, and he’s earned praise from the coaching staff all throughout his three seasons at Pitt. But he didn’t see the field much over the last few seasons either.
Hall played in 18 games over the last two seasons after redshirting in 2021, but he mainly saw the field as a special teamer. He received 64 snaps in 2023, seeing defensive action in six games and recording seven tackles (two solo).
With Javon McIntyre, Donovan McMillon and P.J. O’Brien Jr. firmly entrenched in the depth chart, and a true freshman like Cruce Brookins earning more snaps as the season wore on, the writing was on the wall for Hall.
He’s the four Pitt player to enter the transfer portal Wednesday, joining Aydin Henningham, Buddy Mack and Bangally Kamara, and he’s the fifth player to enter the portal this week. He certainly won’t be the last.
