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Virginia QB Chandler Morris sues NCAA for seventh year of eligibility
- On Tuesday, Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris filed a lawsuit in Charlottesville Circuit Court seeking a preliminary injunction after the NCAA denied his medical redshirt waiver in January, Simon Pflum confirmed to ESPN.
- Citing medical records and treatment plans, Morris' attorneys contend the 26 snaps played in 2022 were part of a prescribed mental-health treatment plan that the NCAA disregarded.
- The 25‑year‑old Morris posted, completed 64.7% of passes for 3,000 yards and 16 touchdowns in 2025, leading Virginia to a school‑record 11 wins and a Gator Bowl MVP.
- Virginia added Beau Pribula and Eli Holstein in January, deepening the Cavaliers' quarterback room as Morris could return to compete for College Football Playoff contention if a court grants relief.
- Multiple courts have produced mixed rulings, as Morris' suit joins a wave of athletes challenging the NCAA after denials, with Trinidad Chambliss granted an injunction and Joey Aguilar denied relief this past week.
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Virginia QB Chandler Morris files lawsuit against the NCAA seeking 7th year of eligibility
Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris has continued his fight for a seventh season of eligibility by filing a lawsuit against the NCAA.
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