Colorado awaits eligibility ruling for Ezra Christensen this week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 7:14 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Colorado Buffaloes expect a decision on Ezra Christensen's eligibility by the end of the week following a preliminary injunction hearing. Christensen is seeking to play during the 2026 season while a lawsuit against the NCAA progresses. His previous waiver was canceled after transferring from New Mexico State, despite his strong performance in 2025. The ruling could have significant implications for Colorado's defensive line ahead of their season opener against Georgia Tech on September 3.
- •Ezra Christensen seeks eligibility for the 2026 season.
- •A ruling is expected by week's end.
- •Christensen transferred from New Mexico State after a strong season.
- •The NCAA previously canceled his waiver for a fifth season.
- •Colorado opens the season September 3 against Georgia Tech.
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — Colorado could receive Ezra Christensen eligibility ruling this week
"The Colorado Buffaloes could learn Ezra Christensen's 2026 eligibility by week's end after the defensive lineman's NCAA hearing.
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