Memphis WR Keonde Henry, a former 4-star recruit, has announced his intention to transfer. He posted on social media that he has entered the transfer portal.
Key points
Keonde Henry intends to transfer from Memphis
He announced his decision on May 4
The transfer portal window closed in January
Henry may need to wait until the next portal window to play
Keonde HenryMemphis Tigers
Memphis WR Keonde Henry, former 4-star recruit, intends to transfer
Henry posted on social media platform X that he's entered the portal.
The transfer portal window closed in January, and there's no spring portal window in 2026. It's unclear how Henry would be able to play at an NCAA school in 2026, though he could sit out and officially enter the portal when the window opens after the season.
Henry was a former four-star recruit who was Memphis' highest-ranked recruit in the 2023 signing day class, but he barely played for the Tigers. He redshirted his freshman year before playing sparingly as a redshirt freshman and mostly appearing on special teams.
Memphis football head coach Charles Huff leads a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Air Noland (3) throws a pass during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Q&A
Why is Keonde Henry transferring from Memphis?
Keonde Henry intends to transfer to seek new opportunities, though specific reasons for his decision have not been disclosed.
When did Keonde Henry announce his transfer?
Keonde Henry announced his intention to transfer on May 4.
What are the implications of the closed transfer portal for Henry?
Since the transfer portal window closed in January, Henry may need to sit out and officially enter the portal when it reopens after the season.
What was Keonde Henry's recruitment status before transferring?
Keonde Henry was a former 4-star recruit before deciding to transfer from Memphis.
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Memphis football head coach Charles Huff directs players during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football offensive coordinator Kevin Decker directs a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football defensive coordinator Lance Guidry directs a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis Isaiah McGill (30) punts during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football offensive coordinator Kevin Decker directs a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football head coach Charles Huff looks on during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Manny Covey (28) catches a punt during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Marcus Stokes (2) gestures to a player in a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Marcus Stokes (2) hands Jaylin Carter (6) the ball in a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football head coach Charles Huff looks on during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Manny Covey (28) runs back from a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Mike Montgomery (9) prepares for a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Ian Foster (0) prepares for a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ JâMond Tapp (14) prepares for a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football offensive coordinator Kevin Decker talks to Marcus Stokes (2) during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football head coach Charles Huff leads a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football head coach Charles Huff leads a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football players prepare for a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis Hunter Tipton (0) runs back from a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Marcus Stokes (2) and Denzel Gardner (9) wait for their turn in a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphisâ Gavin Owens (15) hands Isaiah McGill (30) in a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis football players run a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football head coach Charles Huff directs players during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football offensive coordinator Kevin Decker directs a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football defensive coordinator Lance Guidry directs a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis Isaiah McGill (30) punts during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football offensive coordinator Kevin Decker directs a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football head coach Charles Huff looks on during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ Manny Covey (28) catches a punt during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ Marcus Stokes (2) gestures to a player in a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ Marcus Stokes (2) hands Jaylin Carter (6) the ball in a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football head coach Charles Huff looks on during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ Manny Covey (28) runs back from a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ Mike Montgomery (9) prepares for a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ Ian Foster (0) prepares for a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ JâMond Tapp (14) prepares for a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football offensive coordinator Kevin Decker talks to Marcus Stokes (2) during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football head coach Charles Huff leads a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football players prepare for a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis Hunter Tipton (0) runs back from a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ Marcus Stokes (2) and Denzel Gardner (9) wait for their turn in a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphisâ Gavin Owens (15) hands Isaiah McGill (30) in a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
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Memphis football players run a drill during practice at the Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex in Memphis, Tenn., on March 27, 2026.
Memphis underwent major roster turnover after the 2025 season, when coach Ryan Silverfield left for Arkansas and was eventually replaced by Charles Huff. Henry chose to stay after Huff's hiring, but it now appears he's decided to move on.
The Tigers' receiver room will be made up mostly with transfers, including Tychaun Chapman, Terrell Timmons and Jemyri Davis. Returners Brady Kluse and Bryce Dorsey â who were each part of the same freshman class as Henry â could play roles as well.
Memphis kicks off its 2026 season at UNLV on Aug. 29.
