LSU remains in SEC as conference reviews potential disciplinary actions

LSU will retain its membership in the Southeastern Conference following a period of escalating tension regarding the eligibility of professional-level players. The SEC university presidents met via videoconference Thursday but did not announce a formal vote on the expulsion of the school. LSU president Wade Rousse confirmed to SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey that the university does not intend to roster Wright and Harris this season. The dispute began after LSU pursued players who were listed on NFL preseason rosters and were subject to a professional player ban enforced by the conference. Although the threat of expulsion appears to have receded, the conference continues to discuss potential sanctions including coaching suspensions, financial penalties, and the loss of voting rights. A federal lawsuit filed by the SEC against LSU regarding the enforcement of these rules remains in place as discussions between the conference and its member schools continue.

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