The new era of college football has opened itself up to an intriguing new scenario that is now the reality of players announcing redshirts, such as wide receiver Kaleb Brown, and transfer decisions in the middle of the season.
The newest departure for the Hawkeyes, this time likely permanently, is that of senior running back Leshon Williams. The Chicago native took to social media today to announce that he intends to use his final year of eligibility elsewhere and will enter the transfer portal.
“Hawkeye nation, I appreciate the love and support throughout my time in the black and gold, with the countless moments of excitement on the field, you’ve made every game unforgettable. To my teammates, I’m beyond grateful for the sacrifices you’ve made for me as well as the program.
“The bond we’ve built will last a lifetime. However, after careful consideration, I’ve decided to enter the transfer portal to pursue new opportunities. This was not an easy decision, but I believe it’s the best path forward for my personal as well as athletic growth,” Williams wrote in his Instagram announcement.
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Leshon Williams is in his fourth year with the Hawkeyes’ program, but after last year saw him take over the top running back duties, he has struggled to get reps this year and has dealt with a leg injury that has kept him sidelined.
In four seasons with the Hawkeyes, Leshon Williams has appeared in 32 games with 13 starts. He has run the ball 318 times for 1,323 yards and three touchdowns. He has also added 27 receptions for 172 yards and a touchdown.
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