Hirschi grad Chris Murray is making a big move through the NCAA transfer portal. Murray, a 6-4, 255-pound defensive lineman, announced via Twitter that he was transferring to Auburn after spending three seasons at Sam Houston State. Murray heads to Auburn with one year of eligibility remaining.

Former Sam Houston State defensive lineman Chris Murray will transfer to play for Auburn in 2025, On3’s Pete Nakos reported. He spent the past three seasons with the Bearkats and will have one year of eligibility remaining.

According to a report by Jeffrey Lee of Auburn Live, former Sam Houston EDGE rusher Chris Murray will be on Auburn’s campus this weekend for an official visit beginning Saturday, Jan. 4.

West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez is still finalizing his coaching staff, particularly on the defensive side of the ball, but an announcement should be made in the next 48 hours or so. In the meantime,

While the Kentucky Wildcats initially focused on offensive players in the transfer portal, they’ve also secured a few quality defensive commitments. However, that won’t include Sam Houston State transfer edge defender Chris Murray,

Sam Houston's Chris Murray had a productive 2024, logging career-highs in tackles for loss and sacks. He's transferring to Auburn football, and he'll follow in the footsteps of some prolific mid-major pass rushers making the jump to the SEC.