Jayden Fielding's fifth college season in doubt after CFL signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:49 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Former Ohio State kicker Jayden Fielding is uncertain about returning for a fifth season due to a recent NCAA ruling. Fielding, who played his fourth season last year, went undrafted in the NFL but signed with the Ottawa Redbacks in the CFL this past May. A U.S. District Court ruling allows certain players to apply for an additional year of eligibility in 2026-27, but the NCAA has clarified that signing a professional contract prohibits a return to college football. Sources indicate Fielding will likely not be back with Ohio State in 2026.
- •Fielding was a three-year starter for Ohio State.
- •He went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •NCAA clarified that signing pro contracts limits eligibility.
- •Fielding had a successful college career, including a national championship.
- 3:49 PMYahoo Sports — Can ex-OSU kicker Jayden Fielding return to college for a 5th season?
"Former Ohio State kicker Jayden Fielding wants a fifth year of eligibility, but signing a pro contract in the Canadian Football League may block him.
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