Greg Sankey advises SEC schools on athlete eligibility amid ruling
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 5:29 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey has issued a memo to member schools urging caution regarding athlete eligibility following a federal judge's injunction in Colorado. The ruling allows all athletes from the class of 2022 to pursue an additional season. Noting the situation as 'highly dynamic', Sankey advised teams to adhere to NCAA rules and consult with compliance offices before adding affected players. He highlighted that current SEC eligibility rules remain in force pending further clarification. Several SEC institutions, including Tennessee and LSU, have started bolstering their rosters with players who can benefit from the ruling.
- •Sankey emphasized prudence in handling eligibility changes.
- •A federal ruling opened a fifth season for class of 2022 athletes.
- •Tennessee added Jalen Washington; LSU secured Skyy Clark's commitment.
- •Sankey reminded schools to maintain current eligibility standards.
- •NCAA's appeal keeps the status of affected athletes unclear.
- 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Greg Sankey urges caution to SEC schools amid eligibility uncertainty
"Though an injunction in Colorado opened the door for all class of 2022 athletes to earn another season, Greg Sankey is pushing for prudence.
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