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Lane Kiffin calls for transfer window for Class of 2022 athletes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 8:42 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Lane Kiffin calls for transfer window for Class of 2022 athletes

Summary

Lane Kiffin, LSU head coach, has urged for a transfer portal window for Class of 2022 athletes in light of a recent court ruling. A Colorado judge granted this class an additional year of eligibility for 2026-27, although clarified that it does not necessitate a new transfer window. Kiffin asserts that limiting eligible athletes to their previous teams is unfair, as many may no longer have connections there. He emphasized the need for a fluid system to allow these athletes to explore options. Meanwhile, the NCAA's appeal against the injunction is still pending, with the SEC reaffirming that current eligibility rules remain intact for now.

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By the Numbers

•Lane Kiffin calls for transfer portal access for Class of 2022.
•Colorado judge granted another eligibility year for 2026-27.
•Kiffin believes limiting transfers is unfair to students.
•NCAA's appeal process against the injunction is ongoing.
•SEC confirms existing eligibility rules remain in effect.

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8:42 PMYahoo Sports — Lane Kiffin doubles down on call for Class of 2022 athletes to get portal window after judge’s order

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Speaking with reporters earlier this week, LSU coach Lane Kiffin called for athletes from the Class of 2022 to get a transfer portal window following a judge’s ruling. An injunction granted by a Colorado judge granted the class another year of eligibility for 2026-27. After the initial order, Judge Charlotte Sweeney clarified her preliminary injunction […]
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