AJ Ferrari releases statement after entering NCAA transfer portal
Former Nebraska heavyweight All-American AJ Ferrari released a statement after entering the NCAA transfer portal. It was revealed over the weekend that the 2021 NCAA champion would not return to the Huskers for the 2026-27 season . Ferrari, who’s wrestled for Oklahoma State , Cal State Bakersfield and Nebraska, will search for a new home next season.
As of now, Husker Online reported he needs a waiver from the NCAA in order to be granted one more year of eligibility. Ferrari himself maintained he will one, perhaps two, more seasons to wrestle. There’s been no indication as to where he’ll go yet, but he’s “open” to all opportunities that come his way.
“Grateful for my time at Nebraska and everyone who’s supported me,” Ferrari wrote on Twitter/X. “Giving all glory to Yahuah for guiding my journey. Entering the transfer portal.
Focused, hungry, and ready for what’s next. 1–2 years of eligibility left. Open to all opportunities.
” Ferrari is a three-time All-American and 2021 NCAA champion. He won the title at 197 pounds at Oklahoma State and finished third at that weight last year for Cal State Bakersfield. As he’s detailed, injuries slowed him down at the NCAA Tournament this year and he ultimately wrestled his last match of the season against Iowa State’s Yonger Bastida , a loss.