With nine outgoing transfers, leaving the Cincinnati Bearcats ahead of Jerrod Calhoun’s first season, it was a necessity for the former Youngstown State and Utah State head coach to use that same portal as a way to compile a team worthy of competing in the NCAA Tournament. Something Cincinnati fans have longed for since 2019 under former head coach Mick Cronin.  If the Bearcats are bound to challenge for the Big Dance, it starts with Tulsa transfer guard Tylen Riley.  Riley’s History Nov 17, 2025; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Tulsa Golden Hurricane guard Tylen Riley (10) dribbles between Kansas State Wildcats guard Abdi Bashir Jr. (1) and guard C.J. Jones (3) during the second half at Bramlage Coliseum.…