SEC Opposes 2 LSU Transfers After Ex-NFL Signees Sought Return to College
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · Aug 25
SEC Opposes 2 LSU Transfers After Ex-NFL Signees Sought Return to College
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Aug 25
Summary
Two LSU-bound transfers — tight end Dae'Quan White and defensive tackle Zxavian Harris — drew an SEC statement saying players who sign pro contracts and compete professionally should not return to college competition.
The dispute centers on both former Ole Miss players going undrafted, signing with NFL teams, then seeking releases to transfer to LSU; White signed with the Browns and appeared in a preseason game, while Harris signed with the Saints.
Greg Sankey had already reminded SEC schools to follow eligibility rules, but the conference's sharper Monday statement signaled growing concern over whether LSU can use the players.
Paul Finebaum said the SEC may need stronger action, citing the Brendan Sorsby case in the Big 12, where boycott threats helped force a resolution on a separate eligibility controversy.