Source: SBNation
Summary
Former Ole Miss tight end Dae’Quan Wright was set to join LSU after being released by the Cleveland Browns, but the SEC and Big Ten blocked players with NFL contracts from playing in their conferences. Wright and 15 others sued the NCAA for an extra year of eligibility, which was temporarily granted. The NCAA’s evolving rules have confused NFL scouts and executives, who worry about players leaving for college after being drafted. The situation is seen as a one-time issue due to specific eligibility rules, and the NFL is unsure how to handle players returning to college after signing with pro teams.
Our Reading
This one felt recognizable early.
Wright was going to LSU, then the SEC said no.
NFL scouts are confused, not happy.
They don’t want to invest in players who might leave for college.
It’s a mess, but it’s probably a one-time thing.
The NFL is bracing for more chaos, but fans already know the script.
Author: Evan Null
