Former TCU defensive back Javeon Wilcox announces transfer to Texas Tech

Former TCU defensive back Javeon Wilcox will transfer to play for Texas Tech, he announced Sunday evening via Instagram story. Wilcox was a true freshman this past season and still has four years of eligibility remaining.

Wilcox did not appear in any games in 2023 as he took a redshirt. As a recruit, he was a three-star prospect out of Lake Belton High School in Temple, Texas. He ranked as the No. 455 overall player and the No. 46 linebacker in the 2023 cycle according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

In his senior year of high school, Wilcox totaled 125 tackles, including two for loss. He also added three interceptions, two pass breakups, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. Wilcox was a multi-sport athlete, also playing basketball and running track.

Javeon Wilcox ranks as the No. 982 overall player according to On3’s Transfer Portal Rankings. He joins a Red Raiders defense in need of a boost after finishing sixth in the Big 12 in against the pass in 2023.

To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire. 

Track transfer portal activity with Javeon Wilcox’s commitment

As of January 7th, 2,223 FBS players have entered the Transfer Portal.

While the NCAA Transfer Portal database is private, the On3 Network has streamlined the reporting process tracking player movement. If you find yourself asking, ‘How can I track transfer portal activity?’ our well-established network of reporters and contacts across college athletics keeps you up to speed in several ways, from articles written about players as they enter and exit the transfer portal or find their new destination, to our social media channels, to the On3 Transfer Portal.

The transfer portal wire provides a real-time feed of player activity, including basic player profile information, transfer portal ranking and original On3 Industry recruiting ranking, as well as NIL valuation (name, image and likeness).

The On3 Transfer Portal Rankings allow for you to filter the On3 Industry Rankings to find the best of the best in the portal, starting with Overall Top Players.

You can dive deeper into the rankings and filter by position whether it is Quarterback, Running Back, Wide Receiver, Tight End, Offensive Tackle, Interior Offensive Line, Edge, Defensive Line, Linebacker, Cornerback, Safety, Athlete, Kicker, Punter, or Long Snapper you’re looking for.

The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and Twitter account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.