An NFL player coming back to college? Yes, it could happen. Here’s why
Summary
The NCAA recently passed a rule allowing college athletes to have five years of eligibility to play sports, instead of the traditional four. This new rule has caused confusion and lawsuits because some athletes who graduated in 2022 were excluded, leading to cases where former professional players are now returning to college sports.Key Facts
- The NCAA changed its rule to allow athletes to compete for five seasons over five years.
- Eligibility usually starts when a student enrolls full-time or after their 19th birthday.
- Previously, athletes could take extra years through redshirting or pandemic-related extensions.
- The new rule only applies to athletes who graduated high school in 2023 and later.
- Players from the Class of 2022 who only had four years of eligibility feel excluded.
- Lawsuits have been filed claiming the NCAA’s rule breaks antitrust laws by excluding the Class of 2022.
- Some former professional players, like Dae’Quan Wright, are returning to college football under these changes.
- College teams face unexpected competition and roster changes due to these eligibility rules.
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