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The SEC’s LSU lawsuit could change college football, but not because of ex-NFL players

A Louisiana court ruling on college football eligibility could reshape the sport.

By · Published September 5, 2026 at 01:36 UTC · Updated September 5, 2026 at 07:24 UTC

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A Louisiana court has granted an injunction allowing certain players to play a fifth season of college football. The ruling comes amid a lawsuit filed by the Southeastern Conference (SEC) against Louisiana State University (LSU). The SEC is challenging LSU's decision to allow players who previously played in the National Football League (NFL) to return to college football.

The SEC has indicated it will appeal the court's decision. The SEC's lawsuit focuses on the eligibility of players who have already played professionally. The SEC president has warned LSU and its coach, Lane Kiffin, about adding ex-NFL players to the roster.

The SEC's stance is that allowing such players to return to college football could set a precedent that alters the landscape of college athletics. The SEC's appeal process and the court's final ruling will determine the future of these players' eligibility and potentially reshape college football rules.

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Who are the players affected by the injunction?

The players affected include Anthony Hankerson and other NFL returnees granted the injunction by the Louisiana court.

What is the SEC's stance on the matter?

The SEC is challenging LSU's decision to allow ex-NFL players to return to college football, arguing that it could set a precedent that alters college athletics.

What happens next in the legal process?

The SEC has indicated it will appeal the court's decision. The outcome of this appeal will determine the future eligibility of the players involved.

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