LSU fills final roster spots and denies Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 2:35 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
LSU finalized its 105-player roster by adding Gabriel Reliford and Aidan Anding on September 8. This move effectively closes the door on the enrollment of Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris for the current season. Both players sought to join the team after participating in NFL preseason activities, relying on a temporary restraining order linked to a five-for-five NCAA eligibility rule. The situation caused friction within the SEC, as the conference scheduled a vote to consider the possible expulsion of LSU for entertaining the addition of professional players. Head coach Lane Kiffin noted that the uncertainty regarding potential league sanctions necessitated his decision to prioritize the program's long-term stability over the addition of the two players. It remains unclear if the SEC will proceed with its planned meeting on September 10 regarding the institution's membership status.
- •LSU reached the NCAA-mandated 105-player limit by signing Gabriel Reliford and Aidan Anding.
- •Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris will not join the LSU roster this season.
- •The SEC scheduled a September 10 vote to discuss the potential termination of LSU as a member institution.
- •LSU previously opened its season with a 51-10 victory over Clemson.
- 2:35 AMYahoo Sports — LSU Will Not Roster Former NFL Players Wright, Harris
- 1:53 AMYahoo Sports — LSU locks roster, Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris will not play for the Tigers
- 1:53 AMYahoo Sports — LSU locks roster by adding 2 players; former NFL players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris will not play for Tigers this season
- 1:48 AMYahoo Sports — With SEC pressure mounting, LSU football makes roster move that may end eligibility saga
"Wright and Harris were both on rosters during the NFL preseason, and their potential return to college football sparked plenty of controversy.
"Wright and Harris were both on rosters during the NFL preseason, and their potential return to college football sparked plenty of controversy.
"LSU football reportedly filled its final roster spots, likely ending efforts to add Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris this season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 2:35 AMLSU Will Not Roster Former NFL Players Wright, Harris
It’s unclear if de-escalation will be enough to end the litigation altogether.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 1:53 AMLSU locks roster, Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris will not play for the Tigers
Wright and Harris were both on rosters during the NFL preseason, and their potential return to college football sparked plenty of controversy.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 1:53 AMLSU locks roster by adding 2 players; former NFL players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris will not play for Tigers this season
Wright and Harris were both on rosters during the NFL preseason, and their potential return to college football sparked plenty of controversy.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 1:48 AMWith SEC pressure mounting, LSU football makes roster move that may end eligibility saga
LSU football reportedly filled its final roster spots, likely ending efforts to add Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris this season.
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