Wisconsin is expected to host Maryland transfer quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. on a visit, according to 247Sports’ Chris Hummer.
Edwards Jr. is the third high-profile quarterback linked to the Badgers, joining former Cal QB Fernando Mendoza and San Diego State’s Danny O’Neil.
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The former Maryland Terrapin entered the portal this week after three years (2022-24) with the program. He began his college career with a redshirt season at Wake Forest (2021).
The redshirt junior had a fantastic 2024 as Maryland’s starting quarterback. Despite the Terps’ significant struggles along the offensive line, Edwards Jr. completed 65% of his passes for 2,881 passing yards, 15 touchdowns and nine interceptions. His 420 pass attempts were the most in the Big Ten, partially due to needing to lead Maryland back after facing big deficits.
He’s in the transfer portal with one year of eligibility remaining. Hummer also reports that Michigan is expected to show interest.
Maryland QB Billy Edwards is expected to visit Wisconsin this weekend, sources tell @mzenitz and I for @247Sports.
Edwards threw for 2,881 yards & 15 TDs this year. He's expected garner interest from schools like Michigan as well. https://t.co/BU7EPy4zB5 pic.twitter.com/lhZwmQEuRU
— Chris Hummer (@chris_hummer) December 13, 2024
The former Maryland starter resents an intriguing option for the Badgers. He should excel in a better offensive system with strong line play — which Wisconsin is expected to have. While Edwards Jr. only has one year remaining, which would lead to the Badgers having yet another new starter in 2026, his proven experience at the Big Ten level make him a strong option to lead the first year of Jeff Grimes’ offense with the program.
Wisconsin needs an established player at the position. After a terrific 2024, Edwards Jr. boasts better proven experience than almost every other option in the portal.
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