Oregon coach Dan Lanning criticizes NFL players returning to college football

Oregon football coach Dan Lanning voiced concerns about the trend of NFL players returning to college football. He expressed that the new legal framework for athlete eligibility, which allows some players to rejoin college teams, complicates roster management. Lanning believes returning players could displace those who trained throughout the offseason. As college programs finalize their rosters ahead of the 2026 season, Lanning’s team has been positively impacted, with quarterback Dante Moore opting to stay in college despite being a top NFL prospect. The evolving has raised concerns among both NCAA and NFL coaches.

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