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Quarterback Will Rogers sticks with Washington Huskies

Will Rogers makes a decision about his future.

In an intriguing twist, Will Rogers, the standout quarterback formerly of Mississippi State, has decided to remain with the Washington Huskies for the 2024 campaign, reversing his earlier entry into the NCAA transfer portal.

This decision, a significant pivot in his collegiate career, was shared with Washington’s head coach Jedd Fisch this Tuesday. This development aligns with Rogers resuming his academic endeavors at the university, a move first reported by ESPN’s Pete Thamel.

Rogers, a distinguished figure in college football with a record as the SEC’s second all-time leading passer, initially transferred from Mississippi State to Washington. His transfer followed four impressive seasons with the Bulldogs. The decision to enter the portal came in the wake of Kalen DeBoer’s departure from Washington to Alabama, a transition that occurred shortly after Rogers arrived in Seattle.

Navigating through various options in the transfer portal, Rogers ultimately remained loyal to Washington. His rationale? The Huskies’ impressive track record last season and the enticing possibility of extending that success. Under Rogers’ helm, the team’s ambitions are soaring, with the quarterback himself viewing this stint as a crucial stepping stone toward his NFL aspirations.

Coach Fisch’s NFL background also played a significant role in Rogers’ choice. Fisch, known for his offensive strategies, brings to the table a wealth of experience from the NFL as an offensive coordinator and quarterback coach. Emphasizing his enthusiasm, Rogers took to Twitter on Tuesday night, posting “Bow Down” to the delight of fans.

Washington picks up crystal ball prediction for Will Rogers

This would be a major addition for Washington.

The Washington Huskies could be one step closer to addressing their quarterback position for the 2024 season. This time they will look to the SEC and the transfer portal to address the future need for a signal-caller.

According to 247Sports insider Chris Hummer, Rogers is likely to land with the Washington Huskies for the 2024 season. The former Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback is the No. 2 all-time leading passer in SEC history with 12,315 yards and No. 4 in touchdown passes with 94.

He will now likely head to Seattle, where he will replace a former Indiana transfer, Michael Penix Jr who is out of college eligibility after the season. The Huskies are preparing to take on the Texas Longhorns in the CFP Semifinal game in the Sugar Bowl.

Rogers is among the active leaders in career passing yards, trailing only Sam Hartman (Notre Dame), Bo Nix (Oregon), Dillon Gabriel (Oklahoma), Penix Jr. (Washington), and Jayden Daniels (LSU). Following the season, he will only trail Gabriel, who also entered the transfer portal.

The addition of Rogers is quite an addition for a Washington team led by head coach Kalen DeBoer, who has been one of the hottest head coaches in college football since he arrived in the Pacific Northwest.

Report: Mississippi State QB Will Rogers expected to enter the transfer portal

After four years in Starkville, it appears that Will Rogers will take his talents elsewhere.

With one more year of eligibility left, there was a decision to make for Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Will Rogers III. Less than 24 hours after the loss to the Ole Miss Rebels in the Egg Bowl, it appears that Rogers will test the transfer portal.

This hasn’t been the greatest year for Rogers, who has been dealing with injury but returned for the game against Southern Miss on Nov. 18. He finished the Egg Bowl with 207 yards passing on 39 attempts with a rushing touchdown.

In four seasons with the Bulldogs, Rogers has thrown for 12,315 yards with 94 touchdowns and 28 interceptions. His two best years came in 2021 and 2022 under the tutelage of the late Mike Leach. This year, he has looked like a shell of his former self. Perhaps it is time for the gunslinger, who is No. 2 on the SEC’s all-time passing list, to make a change.

There would be no shortage of suitors looking for an accurate quarterback who combined for 8,713 yards and 71 touchdowns between 2021 and 2022.