Florida Gators fans may remember the program’s recent pursuit of transfer portal wide receiver Johntay Cook II, the former Texas Longhorn that ultimately signed with the University of Washington.
Just over a week has gone by since Washington’s winter academic quarter kicked off on Jan.6, but the Seattle Times has reported that he is already no longer a part of the Huskies’ football program.
Although Cook II became a Husky, he was also being heavily pursued by the University of Florida. Just four days before committing to Washington, On3 Sports’ Peter Nakos predicted that Cook II would decide to attend Florida. He visited the University of Florida on the weekend of December 21-22.
The former five-star recruit committed to Washington on Dec. 28, after playing parts of two seasons at the University of Texas. Through 20 games with the Longhorns, Cook II caught 16 passes for 273 yards. While he has seen limited action on the field, Cook has flashed his potential on occasion.
During Texas’ win against the University of Texas San Antonio this season, Cook II caught three passes, finishing with two touchdowns.
