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Sports · College sports · published 2026-08-27 · via Sports Illustrated

Cal's Rivera Opposes NFL-to-College Eligibility Loophole

Cal football athletic director and general manager Ron Rivera voiced his opposition to players leaving NFL camps and returning to college for extra eligibility, calling it a way to cheat the system. His comments come as the Big Ten, SEC, and Big 12 have already banned the practice, while the ACC is still deliberating. Rivera, a former NFL coach and Cal standout, believes players should be held to their decisions once they commit to a professional path.

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