Dae’Quan Wright expected to join LSU Tigers after NFL stint
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Dae’Quan Wright is set to play for the LSU Tigers under coach Lane Kiffin after being waived by the Cleveland Browns. The 22-year-old tight end was granted a temporary restraining order, allowing him to return to college football. This follows a lawsuit by athletes from the 2022 recruiting class seeking eligibility to compete in the 2026-27 season after the NCAA's age-based eligibility rules. Wright had previously played for Ole Miss under Kiffin. The move comes as Wright’s NFL eligibility was in question after no agreement was made for his extra year.
- •Wright played at Ole Miss prior to joining the Browns.
- •He is reportedly the first player to return to college after playing in the NFL.
- •The temporary restraining order allows Wright and others to play in the 2026 season.
- •Wright was waived by the Browns due to medical issues affecting his practice.
- •Coach Todd Monken acknowledged Kiffin's interest in Wright during a recent press conference.
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"Dae’Quan Wright is expected to play for the LSU Tigers under head coach Lane Kiffin
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