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Clemson Counsel Claims LSU Rostering Former Professional Players Could Breach Contract Between Schools
- LSU omitted former NFL players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris from its roster for Saturday's season opener against Clemson, despite a preliminary injunction from a Louisiana judge permitting their participation.
- The Southeastern Conference prohibits member universities from rostering former professional athletes, prompting a legal dispute with LSU over enforcement of college eligibility standards.
- LSU submitted 103 of its 105 roster spots, leaving two slots open; Clemson coach Dabo Swinney called the situation 'embarrassing,' citing broader college football concerns.
- Although East Baton Rouge Parish Judge William Jorden ruled for the athletes Thursday, the SEC filed a separate federal lawsuit in Alabama alleging the school violated the league's 'First Amendment right of expressive association.'
- Both Wright and Harris remain enrolled at LSU, leaving the possibility of their addition to the team later this season as the legal battle continues.
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Lane Kiffin Receives Clear Warning From Dabo Swinney’s Clemson Ahead of Saturday
Lane Kiffin’s attempt to get Zxavian Harris and Dae’Quan Wright on his roster got a major boost from a Louisiana court on Thursday. The two players can get on the roster, but it is uncertain whether they’d suit up for Week 1 due to NCAA’s seven practices rule. Amid all that, LSU’s opponent on Saturday […]
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