Dan Lanning criticizes players returning from the NFL to NCAA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning expressed his disapproval of players returning from the NFL to college football. Speaking about former Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Year Trent Hendrick, who recently joined UCLA after attending rookie minicamps, Lanning outlined concerns about roster limits and fairness to players who have prepared for upcoming seasons. He highlighted the challenges posed by these late-summer additions, suggesting they displace committed players who dedicated time and effort to their current teams. Lanning's comments come amidst ongoing discussions about player movement between the NFL and NCAA.
- •Dan Lanning criticizes NFL players returning to college football.
- •Trent Hendrick joins UCLA after minicamps with NFL teams.
- •Lanning highlights fairness issues for current players.
- •Concerns raised over roster limits impacting team dynamics.
- 2:51 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Lanning isn't a fan of players returning to the NCAA from the NFL
"Oregon head coach Dan Lanning voiced his opinions about players returning from the NFL to compete at the NCAA level.
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