Judge Clears Path for LSU to Add Former NFL Players to Roster
The ruling bars the NCAA and SEC from punishing schools that field former pros, affecting more than 40 athletes as the legal fight continues.
- On Thursday, Judge William Jorden issued a preliminary injunction permitting Louisiana State University to roster former professional athletes, blocking the NCAA and SEC from penalizing schools that field these players.
- The Southeastern Conference implemented rules prohibiting former professional athletes after the NCAA excluded Class of 2022 players from its June eligibility change, prompting legal challenges from athletes who lacked fair return options.
- LSU head coach Lane Kiffin recruited former NFL players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris; Wright said, "I think it was a great judge and he ruled in our favor," ahead of Saturday's game against Clemson.
- The SEC filed a federal lawsuit against LSU and head coach Lane Kiffin, alleging the university created a "competitive imbalance," and announced plans to appeal the injunction in U.S. District Court in Alabama.
- Radio host Matt Moscona noted the controversy has dominated local airwaves, with observers asking, "Is the juice worth the squeeze?" regarding long-term program impacts as the saga extends into LSU's Saturday primetime matchup against Clemson.
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Judge clears path for LSU to add former NFL players to roster
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