LSU's Lane Kiffin says his players pursuing ex-NFLers
ESPN • • sports
Key Points:
- LSU coach Lane Kiffin is considering adding former NFL rookies seeking a fifth year of college eligibility despite SEC opposition, supported by his current players who want to "bring 'em" if they can help win.
- Tight end Dae'Quan Wright and former Notre Dame defensive end Junior Tuihalamaka have been practicing with LSU, but Kiffin said it’s too early to predict if they will play in Week 1 against Clemson.
- The SEC and NCAA face a court hearing Thursday regarding penalties for schools playing athletes who signed NFL contracts, with a temporary restraining order currently blocking harsh SEC sanctions.
- If the court reverses the order, Kiffin affirmed LSU will comply with SEC rules and not play ineligible athletes, emphasizing his commitment to legality and team benefit over personal reputation.
- Texas coach Steve Sarkisian publicly opposed adding NFL players to college rosters, criticizing the practice as morally wrong and unfair to current players who have committed to the team year-round.
