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College football responds to court ruling on 2022 players' eligibility

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 4:38 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

College football responds to court ruling on 2022 players' eligibility

Summary

A Colorado judge's recent ruling allows all players from the 2022 class to be eligible for a fifth season in college football. This unexpected development comes just before fall camp as front offices scramble to assess its impact. General managers are reaching out to former players to gauge their interest in returning. Compliance offices are still trying to clarify the ruling's details amid concerns about a possible appeal from the NCAA. The order could potentially affect thousands of athletes, with some already expressing a desire to return for the 2026 season.

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Key Details

•Colorado judge rules all 2022 athletes can return for a fifth season.
•Schools are assessing former players for potential roster additions.
•NCAA is likely to appeal the ruling, creating uncertainty.
•General managers express interest in players like Myles Rowser and Thomas Castellanos.
•Compliance offices are working to understand the ruling's implications.

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4:38 PMCBS Sports — Inside college football's frantic response to the eligibility court ruling that changed everything overnight

What they're saying

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On Friday, a Colorado judge ruled that all players from the 2022 class are eligible for a fifth season, and college football GMs are scrambling to react
— CBS Sportsby Chris Hummer

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