Tren'Davian Dickson Requests Transfer from Baylor: Latest Details and Reaction

Baylor freshman wide receiver Tren'Davian Dickson met with the Bears coaching staff last week to request his release from the program with the intent to transfer.  

ESPN.com's Max Olson reported the news Wednesday and said Baylor gave Dickson permission to seek out any school to move to except for its Big 12 rivals. Because of the fact that Dickson participated in spring practice at Baylor, he will be ineligible for the 2016 season.

Dickson was a 4-star recruit in the class of 2016 from Navasota High School in Navasota, Texas, which is where he returned to upon his departure from Waco, according to Olson.

According to 247Sports' composite rankings, the 18-year-old was the 14th-best receiver, the No. 16 player out of Texas and the 104th overall prospect in the nation. 247Sports lists him at 5'11" and 165 pounds.

Bleacher Report's Tyler Donahue highlighted why Dickson was so highly touted coming out of the Lone Star State:

The Bears program has been under scrutiny of late in the aftermath of a sexual assault scandal, which led to the dismissal of head coach Art Briles.

Per Olson, six prospective Baylor players have requested release from their signed national letters of intent. Olson also said defensive lineman Jeremy Faulk and offensive lineman B.J. Autry left the team Tuesday.

Likely to be an effective slot receiver at the NCAA level, Dickson should have eager suitors as he seeks to begin the next chapter of his career. Although he won't be able to make an immediate impact amid a de facto redshirt year, Dickson's absence from the gridiron in 2016 may be best for his long-term development.

With the need to pack on weight and become a more refined route-runner, Dickson could well benefit from primarily focusing on gaining strength and working on his craft.

Star rating courtesy of 247Sports.