LSU Drops NFL-Linked Tight End | LSU Tigers Football News

DaeQuan Wright, a tight end with NFL training camp experience from the Cleveland Browns, won’t suit up for LSU’s season opener against Clemson — despite a Louisiana judge’s temporary injunction allowing his participation. LSU opted to play it safe amid SEC rules that bar such players from competing in conference games. Wright, who had an impressive college career at Ole Miss and earned a spot in Browns’ camp without playing preseason games, now faces an uncertain future as the legal and athletic landscape around NFL-college transitions continues to evolve. Coach Lane Kiffin’s roster-building ambitions clash with conference regulations, leaving LSU to focus on its current tight ends for the high-stakes matchup. This case could set a precedent for how athletes navigate dual professional paths — and the sport is watching closely. 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/073fb94c253b3449