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Blanchard granted release, will transfer

Suspended Baylor senior defensive back Travon Blanchard was released by Baylor Saturday morning and will transfer to Texas A&M-Commerce to finish out his collegiate football career as a walk-on, per a statement he released.

Blanchard released a statement at 3:28 p.m. Saturday on his twitter account, informing the public of his intentions to leave the school.

“I have decided to transfer from Baylor University,” Blanchard said. “I would like to thank all the Baylor coaches I’ve had, along with the support staff and administration for all they did for me the past four years. I would also like to personally thank all the great fans of Baylor nation for all of their fantastic and unwavering support during my time there.