LSU adds Ole Miss transfer Zxavian Harris amid SEC bylaws challenge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Defensive lineman Zxavian Harris has committed to LSU after being waived by the New Orleans Saints. He follows former Ole Miss teammate Dae'Quan Wright, who is also pursuing a transfer to LSU. Both players may face challenges due to SEC bylaws prohibiting intra-conference transfers outside the primary winter portal window. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey emphasizes adherence to the league's eligibility rules, raising questions about the enforcement of these regulations against Harris and Wright.
- •Zxavian Harris committed to LSU after being waived by the Saints.
- •Dae'Quan Wright also pursuing transfer from Ole Miss to LSU.
- •SEC bylaws restrict intra-conference transfers outside winter portal window.
- •Greg Sankey insists SEC schools comply with transfer eligibility guidelines.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — LSU adds another Ole Miss transfer, further challenges SEC bylaws
"SEC bylaws prevent players from transferring within the league outside the winter portal window, but Lane Kiffin continues to challenge that rule.
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