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Texas Says 5th Year OL Cole Hutson Currently Ineligible and Appealing to NCAA to Return to Field
Cole Hutson won a Texas court ruling and is appealing to the NCAA after preseason tryouts with the Cleveland Browns and Dallas Cowboys.
On Monday, Texas Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian confirmed that offensive lineman Cole Hutson remains ineligible to play, despite winning a court ruling that granted him a fifth year of eligibility.
Hutson sued the NCAA in July for an extra year of eligibility after participating in NFL tryouts with the Cleveland Browns and Dallas Cowboys but failing to sign professional contracts.
The veteran lineman played in 48 games with 23 starts across three positions before returning to Texas, distinguishing his case from players who secured professional agreements.
Sarkisian said Hutson is working through an 'appeals process' with the NCAA, emphasizing the team is 'respecting' the SEC's decision while awaiting final clearance.
Whether Hutson will play this season remains uncertain as the Longhorns prepare for upcoming matchups, pending NCAA and SEC determinations on his eligibility status.