NFL Star Returns to College Football | Mobile News

A former Ole Miss tight end, Dae’Quan Wright, could be making a surprise return to college football—possibly at LSU—thanks to a court order granting him an unexpected fifth year of eligibility. The ruling stems from a new NCAA rule that initially excluded players who graduated high school in 2022, prompting Wright and others to sue successfully for reinstatement. If he joins LSU, he’d become the first known NFL player to return to college after going pro. Coach Lane Kiffin is already recruiting these athletes, warning rivals they may face them on the field. To regain eligibility, players must forfeit pro contracts and repay earnings—including a $15K signing bonus for one player. A preliminary hearing is set for August 31, sparking debate among coaches over rule instability and player mobility. 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/a1e061b43ed35dec