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Early thoughts on Demond Williams Jr.'s stunning transfer announcement

Washington's quarterback says he's headed to the portal, and UW reportedly plans legal action.

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Christian Caple
Jan 07, 2026
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In perhaps the most shocking personnel news of the modern era at Washington, quarterback Demond Williams Jr. announced his intent to enter the transfer portal on Tuesday night, four days after the school announced he had signed a new revenue-share contract to return in 2026.

Here’s what I know, what I think, and what it all means.

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