""I have made the decision to end my representation of Demond Williams Jr. effective immediately due to philosophical differences," Hendrickson posted Thursday on social media. "Demond is an incredible talent and we wish him and his family the best in their future endeavors." Williams announced Tuesday he would enter the portal, just days after he signed a contract in the mid-$4 million range to return to the Huskies for the 2026 season, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel."
"Sources told Thamel that Washington is prepared to pursue all legal avenues to enforce Williams' contract. According to details of the contract, Washington is not obligated to enter Williams into the portal or "otherwise assist or facilitate the Student-Athlete's transfer to another college or university." In response to this, Williams has retained sports attorney Darren Heitner as legal counsel, Heitner announced on social media. The situation has drawn the attention of the Big Ten, sources told Thamel."
Demond Williams Jr. entered the transfer portal days after signing a contract in the mid-$4 million range to return to Washington for the 2026 season. Agent Doug Hendrickson immediately ended his representation, citing philosophical differences while expressing well wishes for Williams and his family. Washington officials say they will pursue legal avenues to enforce the contract and note the school is not obligated to enter Williams into the portal or assist his transfer. Williams retained sports attorney Darren Heitner. The Big Ten has taken notice, and Williams finished the season with 3,065 passing yards, 25 TDs, eight INTs, 611 rushing yards and six rushing TDs.
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