NFL Blocks Teams From Signing Players Who Tried to Return to College Football
Dae’Quan Wright’s agent says the tight end is exploring his legal options.
The NFL has barred teams from signing players who attempted to return to college football after their initial stint in the league, such as Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris. According to a memo released by the league, these players are ineligible to visit, tryout with, or be signed by NFL teams during the 2026 season because they participated in college football after the NFL training camp opened.
Wright, represented by agent Drew Rosenhaus, and Harris, also represented by a lawyer, are contemplating their legal options in response to the NFL's decision. The league emphasized that it is each team's responsibility to verify player eligibility, and violations could result in penalties including draft choices loss or fines. The NFL previously informed teams that any player returning to college from the NFL would be ineligible to play in the league this season and would become free agents ahead of the 2027 season without undergoing another Draft.
Both Wright and Harris had previously signed with NFL teams but were subsequently waived. The NFL's ruling has sparked legal battles, with Wright and Harris considering their options, including challenging the SEC's stance on the matter. The controversy surrounding the players has also led LSU to refrain from rostering them initially, but the SEC's subsequent lawsuit against LSU further complicates the situation.
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