Crain & Cone CFB Transfer Portal INTEL with On3’s Pete Nakos | Demond Williams Jr., Lane Kiffin, Cam Coleman
Jan 8, 2026
In this discussion, Pete Nakos, an insider at On3, shares the latest buzz from the NCAA Transfer Portal. He reveals the surprising news of DeMond Williams entering the portal despite a hefty return deal. The conversation shifts to the interest from LSU and Miami in potential transfers and dives into the complexities surrounding contract negotiations for teams like Washington. Also highlighted are the uncertain futures of players like Cam Coleman and Ty Simpson, sparking debates on NIL deals and eligibility risks for athletes.
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Quarterback Flip After Signed Pay Deal
- DeMond Williams entered the transfer portal despite signing a multimillion-dollar return deal with Washington.
- Pete Nakos and Jake Crain highlight legal and enrollment complications that make his return unlikely.
Money May Not Be The Primary Driver
- Multiple sources report Williams signed a one-year revenue-share worth roughly $4M with Washington.
- Nakos says money likely isn't the driver since LSU and Washington were offering similar deals.
Player Unenrollment To Bypass Restrictions
- Pete Nakos recounts Xavier Lucas unenrolling from Wisconsin and enrolling at Miami after a ruptured NIL deal dispute.
- The example illustrates players unenrolling to circumvent portal or eligibility blocks.