Cole Hutson’s NCAA Eligibility Battle | Texas Longhorns Football News

Cole Hutson, Texas’ fifth-year star linebacker, is locked in a high-stakes NCAA appeals battle to play this season — despite being cleared by court order and practicing since August. Though he never signed an NFL contract, his participation in minicamps triggered eligibility complications. With Texas ranked No. 5 and facing No. 1 Ohio State this Saturday, the Longhorns’ hopes rest on whether the NCAA will grant Hutson the extra year of eligibility before kickoff. Coach Sarkisian insists the case is unique — and everyone’s holding their breath as the NCAA remains silent. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0cfeba383aafd6b2