Washington defender Demon Williams Jr. announced on social media Tuesday night that he was entering the transfer portal, a move that comes just days after he agreed to return to the Huskies for the 2026 season.
“I have to do what’s best for me and my future.” Williams wrote.
Williams signed a contract to return to the Huskies last week, with sources telling ESPN's Pete Thamel that the deal was close to the best deal on the market. Sources told Thamel that Washington is willing to use all legal means to enforce the contract Williams signed.
In addition, the situation has attracted the attention of the Big Ten, Thamel's sources said. The conference was loud Xavier Lucas' controversial transfer from Wisconsin To Miami Last year, he supported the Badgers in trying to enforce the quarterback's contract with the team.
Williams, a sophomore, has completed 69.5 percent of his passes for 3,065 yards with 25 touchdowns and eight interceptions this season. He also rushed for 611 yards and six touchdowns, earning honorable mention All-Big Ten honors.
In victory over Boise State He passed for 214 yards and four scores in the Los Angeles Cup game for the second straight postseason.
