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Court allows 16 players, including Jack Pyburn, to return for extra NCAA eligibility

On3.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:52 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Court allows 16 players, including Jack Pyburn, to return for extra NCAA eligibility

Summary

A court has granted a temporary restraining order allowing 16 players to return for the 2026-27 NCAA college football season. Among them is former LSU EDGE Jack Pyburn. This decision enables these players to take advantage of a fifth year of eligibility, impacting their potential career paths after college football. The ruling highlights ongoing disputes surrounding NCAA eligibility rules. The situation continues to evolve as further legal actions may be anticipated.

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Key Details

•Jack Pyburn is one of 16 players granted extra eligibility.
•The ruling stems from a temporary restraining order against the NCAA.
•The players can compete in the 2026-27 college football season.
•The decision raises questions about NCAA regulations.
•Further legal developments may follow regarding eligibility policies.

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What they're saying

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Former LSU EDGE Jack Pyburn is among 16 players granted a temporary restraining order against the NCAA on Thursday, returning for the 2026-27 college football season with a fifth year of eligibility.
— On3.comby Pete Nakos

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