After finishing his fifth collegiate season, former Georgia quarterback Carson Beck appeared ready to head to the NFL. However, he surprised people when he entered the transfer portal on Thursday, a sign that he wasn't ready to make the jump.

Ward and Titans defensive back Quandre Diggs are cousins. Ward's parents lived close to Diggs' mother in Texas as Ward grew up, according to a 2022 story in The Athletic, with Diggs giving Ward advice as he worked through the high school ranks and subscribing to ESPN+ to watch Ward at Incarnate Word.

“Sources: Georgia transfer quarterback Carson Beck has committed to Miami, with an announcement of his commitment expected soon,” Pete Thamel said in a post. “Beck, a two-year starter for the Bulldogs with a 24-3 career record, will succeed Heisman Trophy finalist Cam Ward there.”

A day after deciding he was heading back to college for one more season instead of entering the NFL Draft, Georgia transfer quarterback Carson Beck committed to Miami on Friday. Go Canes 🙌 pic.twitter.

Carson Beck's career has taken another turn, and he's returning to the Sunshine State in 2025. After initially entering the 2025 NFL draft, the Georgia quarterback changed course on Thursday and opted to enter the transfer portal,