Are former NFL players playing against Clemson in Week 1?

Clemson's upcoming Week 1 game against LSU has been impacted by the eligibility of two former Ole Miss players, Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris. Wright and Harris were left off LSU's submitted roster, preventing them from playing. Wright, a tight end, had practiced with LSU and had publicly expected to play, while Harris, a defensive lineman, was unlikely to be cleared in time due to not completing the NCAA's required five-day acclimation period.

Wright and Harris, who had both signed NFL contracts earlier in the year, would have brought significant talent to LSU's roster. This situation highlights the broader issue of NFL players returning to college football, as SEC schools have unanimously voted to prevent such a return and are seeking to enforce this rule in federal court.

Despite the setback, LSU still has other eligible players, such as Notre Dame transfer Junior Tuihalamaka, who was restored to eligibility through a separate court ruling. Clemson and LSU are scheduled to face off at 7:49 p.m. on Saturday, with the game broadcast on ABC.