Elo Modozie, one of Army’s most talented and top defensive players, announced that he’s entering the transfer portal.
Modozie, a sophomore edge linebacker, posted his decision on social media Tuesday afternoon, stating he has two years of eligibility remainining.
”My journey at West Point has been nothing short of a blessing,” Modozie wrote. “This decision was not easy as my experiences here were rewarding both on and off the field. I’ve grown and learned in ways that I never could’ve imagined.
”I’m thankful for every moment and opportunity along the way. I want to express my sincere appreciation to coach (Jeff Monken), coach (Nate Woody), the coaching staff, my teammates and everyone in the Army football community for their support and guidance throughout my journey here. Army football will always have my support.”
Modozie played a major role in Army finishing eighth in total defense in the country and winning the American Athletic Conference championship in their first season on the league. He led Army with 6.5 sacks, 7 quarterback hurries and two blocked kicks.
Modozie’s stats don’t tell the whole story. The 6-foot-3, 245-pound Modozie demanded double teams, forcing quarterback on many occasions to throw the ball much earlier than they wanted.
Modozie’s skills and potential have impressed NFL scouts visiting Army practices last season.
Wouldn’t be surprised if Modozie attracted the same Power Four offers in the portal that former Army running back Kanye Udoh, who is now at Arizona State, did after the season.
The plan during spring practice was for Eric Ford, who backed up Modozie at the edge rusher last season, to play a hybrid nickel back so the two could be on the field together. With Modozie’s pending transfer, Ford will likely move back to edge rusher and freshman Cole Searight would likely elevate to the first-team nickel back on post-spring depth chart.
Multiple Army freshmen have announced they have entered the transfer portal over the last few days: running back Ty Brown-Stauffer, slotback/receiver Dom Esposito, safety Carlos Griffin, wide receiver Josh Horton, offensive lineman Tyler Klambara and running back Randall Nauden.
Army generally makes cuts following spring practice.
