SEC Bans Former Pros From College Play | College Basketball News

The SEC just cracked down hard on former pro athletes returning to college ball — no more NFL, NBA, or WNBA players allowed in SEC competition, even if they only signed a contract or made a roster. Commissioner Greg Sankey now has full enforcement power, with schools risking penalties for violations. LSU and Kentucky are already caught in the crosshairs, while borderline cases like Alex Afari Jr. and Mark Mitchell leave fans wondering how the rule will actually play out. This isn’t just a new policy — it’s a bold step toward SEC self-governance that’s already reshaping college athletics. 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/89facc22d052868a