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Demond Williams Jr. Reverses Course, Will Stay at Washington After Transfer Saga

The decision follows Washington's move to enforce a reported $4 million NIL deal through legal channels.

Overview

  • Two days after saying he would enter the transfer portal, the Huskies quarterback announced Thursday night that he is remaining at Washington.
  • Washington declined to submit his name to the portal and said it would pursue all legal avenues to uphold his signed agreement, drawing attention from the Big Ten.
  • Agent Doug Hendrickson ended his representation earlier Thursday citing philosophical differences, while attorney Darren Heitner said he was retained by Williams.
  • Reports had linked a potential move to LSU and noted a planned do‑not‑contact tag, though he had not completed portal paperwork according to prior reporting.
  • Coach Jedd Fisch and athletic director Pat Chun welcomed his return and underscored growing emphasis on enforcing NIL contracts and addressing tampering concerns.