Arkansas gains two players following NCAA eligibility ruling
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Arkansas football has added players Caleb Wooden and Danny Saili, resulting from a federal court ruling on eligibility. The decision allows athletes from the 2022 high school class to gain an additional year under the NCAA's 5-in-5 rule. This ruling came after complaints about the NCAA's decision not to extend eligibility to this class, which led players to explore professional options prematurely. The NCAA's handling of eligibility continues to face scrutiny as athletes return to college football.
- •Caleb Wooden and Danny Saili return to Arkansas football.
- •Court ruling provides an additional year for 2022 recruits.
- •The NCAA failed to proactively address eligibility concerns.
- •Players felt pressured to pursue NFL opportunities under previous rules.
- •Critics argue the NCAA's inaction has caused chaos in college football.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — College football roster chaos belongs at the NCAA's feet
"In a recurring theme, the NCAA kicked the can down the road and paid a price
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