Jalen Washington eligible for Tennessee basketball after court ruling
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Jalen Washington remains eligible to play for Tennessee basketball despite a recent ruling affecting other Class of 2022 athletes. A stay by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit on August 21 put a hold on a broader eligibility ruling issued by Judge Charlotte Sweeney, but Washington's own state court injunction protects his status. Following a successful season at Vanderbilt, Washington transferred to Tennessee, bolstering the roster as the team incorporated several new players this offseason. He is expected to start at center, contributing to a revamped lineup.
- •Washington's eligibility confirmed despite broader court ruling.
- •U.S. Court of Appeals issued a stay on eligibility ruling.
- •Washington transferred from Vanderbilt after a strong season.
- •Tennessee's roster includes multiple new transfers this offseason.
- •Washington is likely to start at center for the upcoming season.
- 2:51 PMYahoo Sports — Why Jalen Washington is still eligible for Tennessee basketball despite new court ruling
"Tennessee basketball's Jalen Washington is still eligible despite a new ruling in a court case against the NCAA because of his own lawsuit.
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