SEC Bans Pro-Signed Athletes from Returning to Conference Teams

The Southeastern Conference has adopted a policy prohibiting member schools from rostering athletes who have signed professional contracts or failed to properly withdraw from pro drafts, following a similar move by the Big Ten. The rule applies to players who signed with NFL, NBA, G-League, WNBA, or affiliated teams, and the conference commissioner is authorized to penalize violators. This decision comes amid legal challenges and LSU's pursuit of former NFL camp players, placing the school at odds with the rest of the conference.