Kaidon Salter, Liberty QB, announces plans to enter transfer portal

Kaidon Salter is looking for a new home again.

Salter, a former Tennessee quarterback, announced on Monday that he plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal after spending the past 4 seasons at Liberty. His career numbers have him completing 59% of his passes for 5,887 yards and 56 touchdowns with 17 interceptions.

Salter was most productive in 2023, going 177-of-290 passing (61% complete) for 2,876 yards and 32 touchdowns with just 6 interceptions. In 2024, Salter was 147-of-261 for 1,886 yards, 15 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. Salter also has 19 rushing scores over the past 2 seasons.

“As I reflect on my journey at Liberty since 2021, this campus has had a positive influence on my growth and development as a student-athlete,” Salter wrote in a note posted to social media. “The atmosphere here has always been filled with positive energy, endless love, and uplifting support. The coaches developed me on and off the field and their dedication played a vital role in my positive experience at liberty.

“The 2023 season will forever hold a special place in my heart as one of the most unforgettable and proudest moments in my career. I am grateful to the coaches and staff for allowing me to be myself, both on and off the field.

“To my teammates, thank you for trusting me to lead our team. I have learned so much from all of you and we will always be brothers. To our loyal fans, thank you for your unwavering love and support.

“As I move forward and enter the transfer portal, I will always cherish the memories and invaluable lessons learned here. It is time for me to take the next step in my journey and do what I feel is best for my career. With that said, the relationships I’ve built at Liberty will always remain personal and close to my heart. God Bless, Kaidon Salter #7”

Salter, from Cedar Hill, Texas, began his college career at Tennessee. He signed as part of the 2021 recruiting class, but was suspended during spring practice and dismissed for a second citation before taking a snap for the Volunteers.

Upon leaving Tennessee, Salter elected to play for Hugh Freeze at Liberty. He redshirted in 2021, which makes him a redshirt senior for 2025. In 2022, under Freeze, Salter was 87-of-149 passing for 8 touchdowns and 5 interceptions, rushing 69 times for 284 yards and 2 scores. Jamey Chadwell succeeded Freeze after the coach returned to the SEC taking the Auburn job.

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— K7 (@07ksalt) December 2, 2024

Andrew Olson

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