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Judge Clears Former NFL Players Wright and Harris to Return to LSU Football
WHY IT MATTERS
Their return could shift LSU's offensive line and influence the SEC championship race in the upcoming season.
What happened
A Louisiana judge issued orders on Thursday evening that allow former NFL players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris to return to college football. Both athletes had brief stints in the league before returning to LSU.
The decision sets up a high‑stakes matchup between the SEC and LSU, as the Tigers will now field two experienced players who had professional experience. The ruling follows a legal review of eligibility rules and confirms that the players meet the criteria for reinstatement.
LSU fans and analysts anticipate that the addition of Wright and Harris will strengthen the team’s lineup for the remainder of the season.
PRIMARY SOURCES
La. judge clears pro athletes to return to LSU
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