Going into 2023, Western Kentucky was considered one of the favorites to win the Conference USA Championship. Even though they did not meet those goals, the Hilltoppers nevertheless finished with an 8-5 overall record and a 5-3 record versus CUSA schools.

Without players like wide receiver Malachi Corley and quarterback Austin Reed, WKU now needs to figure out how to win games. However, the Hilltoppers have already made moves through the transfer portal, adding Texas State quarterback T.J. Finley to their roster.

According to 247 Sports, below is a list of players who have signed with Western Kentucky and those who have left the club this summer via the transfer portal. Players who are still in the transfer portal are not included in this list; instead, it only includes players who have announced their new teams.