Luke Drzewiecki receives restraining order to play fifth year at UNM

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Last updated Aug 20, 2026

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Luke Drzewiecki, a former New Mexico kicker, obtained a temporary restraining order against the NCAA on Wednesday, allowing him to pursue a fifth year of eligibility in college football. Drzewiecki is the latest in a line of players contesting the NCAA's new age-based eligibility model, which has faced legal challenges. Although Drzewiecki completed four seasons with the Lobos, his early enrollment raised questions about his eligibility under the recent ruling. UNM head coach Jason Eck plans to evaluate Drzewiecki's potential return, discussing options with the kicker. Additionally, Drzewiecki is eligible to enter the transfer portal, a provision of the restraining order.

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  • Drzewiecki was an All-Mountain West honorable mention kicker.
  • He made 51 of 56 field goals and 120 of 122 extra points in his career.
  • UNM has a kicking competition among three other players.
  • The NCAA's new eligibility model has faced lawsuits from various players.
  • Drzewiecki is allowed to enter the transfer portal under the restraining order.
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Former New Mexico kicker Luke Drzewiecki received a temporary restraining order against the NCAA on Wednesday, opening the door for him to play a fifth year of college football. The All-Mountain West honorable mention selection is the latest former Lobo to gain another year of eligibility by legally challenging the application of the NCAA’s new age-based eligibility model. Adopted in June, the ...

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