Can UW really fight Demond Williams Jr.'s transfer decision?

The University of Washington (UW) is currently facing a legal dispute with its quarterback, Demond Williams Jr., who announced his intention to enter the NCAA transfer portal. Despite this announcement, UW has not formally submitted Williams' name to the portal. The university plans to pursue legal action to enforce the name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreement it signed with Williams, valued at $4 million for one year. The specifics of the agreement have not been disclosed.

Kurt Svoboda, UW's deputy athletic director, stated that UW will explore all legal options to protect its interests. The university is reportedly in discussions with Williams' representatives to seek a resolution. LSU has shown interest in Williams, who plans to enter the portal with a "do-not-contact" designation.

Legal experts suggest that any action by UW would likely focus on financial compensation rather than preventing Williams from transferring. Similar cases, such as the University of Wisconsin's ongoing lawsuit against the University of Miami over a player transfer, highlight