Lane Kiffin discusses impact of recent TRO granting extra eligibility to players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 5:55 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin addressed the recent temporary restraining order (TRO) allowing several former players, including Jack Pyburn, a fifth year of eligibility. Kiffin expressed the need for clarity on the ruling before making any decisions about potentially adding players to the roster. The TRO impacts former players with professional contracts who would need to repay any money earned before returning to college football. Pyburn recently indicated regret over his college performance and aims to work harder in the future. Sources highlight that Pyburn may have a chance to secure a spot on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' roster.
- •Kiffin will not comment on roster additions without clarity on the TRO.
- •Pyburn is among former players granted extra eligibility through the TRO.
- •The TRO requires players to repay money from professional contracts.
- •Pyburn has expressed regret about his college commitment.
- •He is considered a candidate for the Buccaneers' 53-man roster.
- 5:55 PMYahoo Sports — What LSU coach Lane Kiffin said about recent TRO giving players 5th year of eligibility
"Here's what LSU football coach Lane Kiffin said about recent TRO granting several former players a fifth year of eligibility including Jack Pyburn.
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