Browns waive Dae'Quan Wright, player intends to return to college football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:04 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Cleveland Browns have waived tight end Dae'Quan Wright as of August 24, 2026. Following his release, Wright is expected to transfer to LSU and rejoin former Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin. The situation highlights a recent NCAA rule change allowing players to have five years of eligibility over five years. There is speculation regarding whether Wright will be claimed on waivers, and the implications of NFL contract language may influence his decision to pursue college football despite any claims.
- •Browns officially waive Dae'Quan Wright on August 24, 2026.
- •Wright plans to transfer to LSU after waivers.
- •NCAA rule allows five years of eligibility in five years.
- •Wright's future may depend on waivers and contract nuances.
- 6:04 PMYahoo Sports — Browns officially waive Dae'Quan Wright, who plans to play college football
- 9:20 PMNBCSports.com — Browns will waive Dae’Quan Wright, who has agreed to play for LSU - NBC Sports
"Browns tight end Dae’Quan Wright is poised to do something that once would have been unthinkable: Leave the NFL and go play in the NCAA.
"Browns tight end Dae'Quan Wright has moved another step closer to going back to school.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 6:04 PMBrowns officially waive Dae'Quan Wright, who plans to play college football
Browns tight end Dae'Quan Wright has moved another step closer to going back to school.
- NBCSports.comAug 23, 2026, 9:20 PMBrowns will waive Dae’Quan Wright, who has agreed to play for LSU - NBC Sports
Browns tight end Dae’Quan Wright is poised to do something that once would have been unthinkable: Leave the NFL and go play in the NCAA.
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