Thu Apr 17 13:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Iowa Football Defensive Back Kahlil Tate Enters Transfer Portal
**IOWA CITY, IA –** University of Iowa defensive back Kahlil Tate has announced his intention to enter the NCAA transfer portal, seeking a new opportunity to play college football. The news was shared via social media on April 16th.
Tate, a former three-star recruit from Kenwood Academy in Chicago, joined the Hawkeyes in the 2023 class. He held offers from several prominent programs including Tennessee, Oregon, and Michigan before opting for Iowa. However, he did not see any game action during his two seasons with the program.
In his social media announcement, Tate expressed gratitude to the University of Iowa coaching staff, training staff, and his teammates for their support. He emphasized the positive impact of his time at Iowa and stated he will be entering the transfer portal with three years of remaining eligibility. He is now free to explore opportunities with other college football programs.