NCAA Eligibility Football
FILE - Greg Sankey, commissioner of the Southeastern Conference, speaks during NCAA college basketball women's SEC Media Day, Oct. 16, 2024, in Birmingham, Ala.
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Athletes are fighting in court to return to college sports after turning pro, while the Southeastern Conference opposes them. This legal battle unfolded near LSU on Thursday, just days before the Tigers' football season opener against Clemson. Former pros like Zxavian Harris and Dae’Quan Wright testified, expressing their desire to play for LSU. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey defended the league's rules barring former pros. The SEC also filed a federal lawsuit against LSU, accusing it of recruiting professional athletes. The case highlights ongoing disputes over eligibility rules between schools, conferences, and the NCAA.
