LSU Fills Roster, Abandons Bid for Former NFL Players
LSU has completed its 105-man roster, ending efforts to add Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris. The SEC is considering a vote on whether to expel the Tigers from the conference. The decision follows weeks of legal wrangling over the players' eligibility.
LSU coach Lane Kiffin has finalized his 105-man squad by adding two alternative players, officially closing the door on Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris. The pair, who previously spent time in NFL training camps, will not appear for the Tigers this season.
The decision coincides with the SEC's federal court filing indicating a Thursday vote on LSU's conference membership, which would need 11 approvals to pass. This development follows a prolonged legal dispute concerning the eligibility of the two former professional players.
This situation could reshape the boundaries between professional and amateur athletics, as universities weigh the risks of pursuing NFL-experienced talent. If the SEC proceeds with expulsion, it may set a precedent affecting conference stability and the competitive balance of college football. Fans, student-athletes, and university administrators could all face significant consequences, as legal challenges to eligibility rules may become more common across the sport.