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Arizona's Max Harris and Ismail Mahdi Cleared to Play at No. 15 BYU
Arizona said three players were cleared after court rulings blocked NCAA eligibility limits for Class of 2022 athletes.
On Friday, Arizona announced that linebacker Max Harris, running back Ismail Mahdi, and kicker Sullivan Moon were cleared for competition following a court ruling.
A Pima County Superior Court judge granted the trio a temporary restraining order, allowing them to challenge NCAA eligibility rules on behalf of Class of 2022 athletes.
Mahdi led Arizona last season with 853 rushing yards and four touchdowns, adding 119 yards on 17 catches, while Harris recorded 78 tackles, including 3½ for loss.
Both players will travel with the team to Saturday's game against BYU, immediately strengthening Arizona's roster for the key matchup after being cleared for competition.
The legal challenge by Class of 2022 athletes seeking a fifth year of eligibility conflicts with new NCAA rules scheduled to take effect for fall 2027 enrollees.