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Demond Williams to LSU: Why Precedent Says Washington CAN’T Block Him

Jan 7, 2026
In a surprising turn, Washington QB Demond Williams has entered the transfer portal, sparking potential legal action from his current school. The discussion delves into why precedent favors player mobility, dismantling arguments against transfers tied to revenue-share contracts. LSU's decision to pursue Williams comes after reevaluating their options, particularly concerning another recruit, Sam Levitt, whose injury history raised red flags. As the legal chess match unfolds, the impact on LSU and other SEC teams hangs in the balance.
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INSIGHT

Revenue-Share Contracts Aren't Employment

  • Revenue-share deals are financial agreements, not employment contracts, so schools likely can't stop a player from transferring or playing elsewhere.
  • Legal recourse usually targets money (refunds or liquidated damages), not blocking a player's mobility.
ANECDOTE

Xavier Lucas Precedent Shows Mobility

  • Matt Moscona cites Xavier Lucas as a recent precedent where Wisconsin couldn't prevent him from playing at Miami despite a revenue-share agreement.
  • Lucas played every game and will appear in the College Football Playoff despite legal disputes over his contract.
INSIGHT

Buyouts Depend On Contract Details

  • Liquidated-damage and buyout clauses in rev-share deals vary widely, making court calculations uncertain.
  • Determining what a player must repay or owe depends on contract wording, timing of payments, and structure of NIL vs. rev-share funds.
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