Jason Onye gains sixth year of eligibility at Notre Dame football

Jason Onye, defensive tackle for Notre Dame football, has received a sixth year of eligibility following the NCAA's approval of his medical hardship petition. The decision allows him to continue playing starting in the upcoming 2026 season. This ruling is part of a broader NCAA eligibility change that will permit Division I athletes to have five years of eligibility if enrolled before their 19th birthday. Onye's journey has been marked by an uncertain petition process that caused emotional strain, exacerbated by a broken hand that hindered his spring practice. With this new eligibility, he will have the chance to make history at Notre Dame this fall.

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