what’s best for you. But know this—wherever you go, you’ll shine. You’ve got the talent. You’ll find your place.”
The transfer portal, a pathway that had become both a lifeline and a crossroads for so many athletes, would now offer Demarcus the chance to rewrite his story. The possibilities were endless. Alabama, Georgia, LSU—all of them were sure to come knocking. But for now, Demarcus had to focus on his future, on finding a place where he could rediscover his love for the game.
As the news broke across social media, fans were divided. Some blamed the coaching staff, others felt it was the pressures of being a top recruit that had pushed him away. But Demarcus knew the answer was simpler than any headline could explain.