Lane Kiffin explores allowing cut NFL players back into NCAA football

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Lane Kiffin explores allowing cut NFL players back into NCAA football
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Lane Kiffin recently proposed a controversial idea of allowing NFL players cut during preseason to return to NCAA football, which sparked significant debate. Players affected include undrafted free agents who played four years without redshirting and are currently ineligible for a fifth year due to the NCAA rules. This discussion follows Kiffin's attempts to bring two former NFL players back to LSU after their cuts. Critics question the fairness of allowing players with NFL experience back into college football, viewing it as a potential disruption to amateurism. The NCAA's handling of player eligibility continues to face scrutiny as legal battles loom.

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  • Lane Kiffin proposes cut NFL players return to NCAA football.
  • Players affected are undrafted and lack fifth-year eligibility.
  • Kiffin attempted to recruit two former NFL players to LSU.
  • Debate centers on the impact on amateurism in college sports.
  • NCAA faces legal challenges on player eligibility issues.
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  • 7:14 PMYahoo SportsThe 24 HOUR RULE: Why Not Let Cut NFL Players Back Into NCAA Football?
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