Williams was recently dropped by the Wasserman football agency
The situation between the Washington Huskies and sophomore quarterback Demond Williams Jr. seems to be growing more complicated as the days go on.
First, Williams announced his intention to enter the transfer portal days after signing to return to the Huskies for 2026.
The news reportedly came as a surprise for the Dawgs. According to various reports and rumors, the team, university and head coach Jedd Fisch found out about Williams' intention to transfer the same way everyone else did — through social media.
Then, news released that Williams had yet to submit transfer portal forms and Washington planned to enforce the contract he had signed.
There was also a lingering factor at play — both Williams and Fisch were represented by the Wasserman football agency, leading to speculation that another agent or representative party stepped in to poach Williams.
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That speculation gained more footing on Thursday. According to a report on "X" from Front Office Sports reporter Amanda Christovich, Wasserman is no longer representing Williams. Attorney Darren Heitner is now representing the sophomore signal-caller.
Heitner also represents Miami cornerback Xavier Lucas, who drew attention last season when he transferred to the Hurricanes after he signed a two-year deal with Wisconsin. The Badgers attempted to block the transfer, similar to what the Huskies are currently attempting to do with Williams.
Lucas was able to play for Miami this past season, but litigation is still ongoing in the case between him and the Badgers.
It's unclear whether Heitner is representing Williams as a new NIL agent, in the potential case against UW or both.
There was speculation fueled on social media that Cordell Landers, who helped organize quarterback Nico Iamaleava's transfer from Tennessee to UCLA amidst NIL renegotiations with the Volunteers, facilitated Williams' transfer. Landers posted a statement that he was not involved in Williams' decision.
According to Christovich's article for Front Office Sports, a source said Washington is looking to hold Williams liable for what equates to a buyout in his contract based on provisions included in the deal.
The Huskies and Williams' current situation continues to develop and it doesn't look like it's coming to an end anytime soon.
In his first full year as a starting quarterback, Williams led the Big Ten in total yardage. He completed 69.5% of his passes for 3,065 yards, 25 touchdowns and eight interceptions. He also ran 143 times for 611 yards and six touchdowns. Williams' 3,676 yards of total offense led the Big Ten.
Despite Washington's intention to hold Williams to his contract, the team recently hosted Missouri quarterback Beau Pribula for a visit.
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