Louisiana Judge Grants TRO Letting 2 Former NFL Players Suit Up for LSU
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · Aug 28
Louisiana Judge Grants TRO Letting 2 Former NFL Players Suit Up for LSU
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Aug 28
Summary
A Louisiana judge issued a temporary restraining order allowing former NFL hopefuls Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris to play for LSU with a fifth year of eligibility despite NCAA limits.
The case centers on players who left college, signed pro contracts and competed for NFL roster spots; Wright also appeared in a Browns preseason game before both players were cut.
The SEC has already said athletes who sign professional contracts and compete professionally should not be allowed back into college competition, putting LSU at odds with the league.
Reported conference penalties for violating that stance include a 50% suspension for head coaches, a 50% cut to a sport's operating budget and loss of SEC voting privileges.
The ruling could widen a new eligibility fight in college football, as schools test whether players can return after brief professional stints by challenging NCAA rules in court.