LSU president responds after Louisiana judge allows former NFL players on rosters

LSU President Dr. Wade Rousse released a statement on September 4, 2026, following a Louisiana court ruling that permits former professional athletes to join college football rosters. The preliminary injunction issued by Judge William Jorden grants more than 30 student-athletes a fifth year of eligibility, overriding NCAA restrictions. LSU must submit its final 105-man roster to the SEC by midnight on Friday, though the institution may add players later if roster spots become available. While the ruling changes the eligibility, the specific number of games these players will be allowed to participate in remains undetermined. Dr. Rousse indicated that the university will review the court order while continuing to work with the SEC and NCAA. The president also called for federal intervention, suggesting that Congress should pass the Protect College Sports Act to resolve ongoing ambiguity regarding eligibility standards across the sport.

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