John Calipari supports SEC's strict eligibility rules for athletes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 9:40 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Arkansas head coach John Calipari expressed strong support for the SEC's recent strict eligibility rules affecting professional athletes. Speaking on The Sideline with Andy Katz, he stated that if anyone disagrees with the SEC's decisions, they should move to another league. The SEC passed a rule barring athletes who signed professional contracts from returning to college, prompting backlash from some coaches. LSU football coach Lane Kiffin raised concerns about potential double standards in eligibility decisions. A Texas judge has temporarily halted the SEC’s rule, leaving uncertainty about its future application.
- •Calipari advocates moving to another league for dissenters.
- •SEC rule prevents professionals from returning to college ranks.
- •Kiffin cites double standards in eligibility rulings.
- •A Texas judge has put the SEC's rule on hold.
- •The NCAA's eligibility chaos continues to affect various programs.
- 9:40 AMYahoo Sports — “Go to Another League”: John Calipari Sends Clear Message to Coaches and Players Opposing SEC’s Eligibility Rules
"With the SEC taking a strict stance on eligibility for professional athletes, Arkansas head coach John Calipari sent a clear message to those who disagree with the conference’s recent moves. Calipari made it clear that anyone with an issue can head to another league instead.
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