Dae'Quan Wright eyes LSU reunion with Lane Kiffin amid SEC rules uncertainty
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:41 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Dae'Quan Wright is considering a return to college football, potentially joining LSU under coach Lane Kiffin. This move follows his tenure with the Cleveland Browns. ESPN analyst Pete Thamel noted that Wright's situation may circumvent SEC bylaws regarding transfers since he is leaving the NFL rather than transferring from Ole Miss. The SEC has not made a statement on this matter, as Wright is still in NFL waivers. LSU's season opener is scheduled for September 5 against Clemson.
- •Dae'Quan Wright aims to reunite with Lane Kiffin at LSU.
- •He played last two college seasons at Ole Miss.
- •SEC bylaw may not apply as he's leaving the NFL.
- •LSU's first game is on September 5 against Clemson.
- 5:41 AMYahoo Sports — LSU About to Make History with Dae’Quan Wright Return Post Browns’ Waiver
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Dae'Quan Wright may skirt SEC bylaws with Lane Kiffin reunion
"LSU’s Lane Kiffin is once again in the headlines, this time about to make history in the most bizarre way possible.Following a groundbreaking NCAA eligibility update, Cleveland Browns tight end Dae’Quan Wright is on the verge of returning to the college ranks. He already has an agreement in place with LSU for the 2026 season—if […] The post LSU About to Make History with Dae’Quan Wright Return Post Browns’ Waiver appeared first on HEAVY.
"The former Cleveland Browns tight end has made waves by returning to college football.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 5:41 AMLSU About to Make History with Dae’Quan Wright Return Post Browns’ Waiver
LSU’s Lane Kiffin is once again in the headlines, this time about to make history in the most bizarre way possible.Following a groundbreaking NCAA eligibility update, Cleveland Browns tight end Dae’Quan Wright is on the verge of returning to the college ranks. He already has an agreement in place with LSU for the 2026 season—if […] The post LSU About to Make History with Dae’Quan Wright Return Post Browns’ Waiver appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 4:01 PMDae'Quan Wright may skirt SEC bylaws with Lane Kiffin reunion
The former Cleveland Browns tight end has made waves by returning to college football.
Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NCAAF•Nov 4, 2026, 1:01 AMOregon football ranked in initial College Football Playoff top 25
College Sports•Nov 4, 2026, 1:00 AMNew York Liberty fire coach Chris DeMarco after one disappointing season
NCAAF•Nov 4, 2026, 1:00 AMYour 2026 Week 10 college football announcing schedule
College SportsCollege Sports•Nov 4, 2026, 12:53 AMDefense drives latest semifinal run for Winner football
College Sports•Nov 4, 2026, 12:52 AMOhio State-Oregon tickets have decreased in price since season start
NCAAF•Nov 4, 2026, 12:48 AMSEC led by Alabama and Ohio State lead CFP rankings release winners and losers