Are LSU's pros allowed to play? Judge rules in favor of players, paving way for return to college
Checking in on if former NFL players Zxavian Harris or Dae'Quan Wright can suit up for LSU.
A Louisiana judge has ruled in favor of LSU players Zxavian Harris and Dae Quan Wright, granting them preliminary eligibility to play college football for the Tigers. This decision comes after the SEC filed a federal lawsuit in an attempt to prevent the players from returning to LSU following their stints in the NFL. Both players, who were previously rostered with NFL teams, had been practicing with the Tigers in the days leading up to their game against Clemson.
The SEC's lawsuit, filed on Thursday, requested a preliminary and permanent injunction to prohibit LSU from associating with conduct that goes against the SEC's purpose and mission. However, the judge, Will Jorden, sided with the players and denied the SEC's request, allowing them to remain eligible to play. With this ruling, the decision now rests with LSU to add the players to their roster.
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