SEC seeks expulsion of LSU as conference files lawsuit against university
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 2:17 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

The SEC filed an amended federal lawsuit against LSU to seek authority to expel the university from the conference following a dispute regarding player eligibility. This legal action coincides with the continued involvement of head coach Lane Kiffin, who has faced criticism for his recruitment of former NFL players. Although LSU maintains the option to roster Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris, the school left both players off the roster in their recent 51-10 victory over the Clemson Tigers. A Baton Rouge judge recently granted a preliminary injunction that prevents the SEC and the NCAA from punishing schools for fielding former professional athletes. As the legal battle between the conference and the university intensifies, the status of LSU’s eligibility and future roster remains a central point of contention for the league.
- •The SEC is seeking the authority to expel LSU from the conference.
- •LSU defeated the Clemson Tigers 51-10 in their most recent game.
- •A judge granted an injunction against the SEC and NCAA regarding former professional players.
- •Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris remain on the LSU roster but did not play last week.
- •The SEC filed an amended federal lawsuit against LSU on September 8, 2026.
- 2:17 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Let me tell you something’: U.S. Congress sends clear threat to SEC over LSU decision
- 10:33 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Disruptors are never well liked’: Fox Sports star compares Lane Kiffin to Elon Musk
"The SEC has filed an amended federal lawsuit against LSU, seeking authority to expel the university from the conference after a dispute over player eligibility. Head coach Lane Kiffin has been the most criticized coach since the season started as he continued to defend his pursuit of former NFL players, and his peers look to…
"Lane Kiffin hasn’t been any less controversial as LSU’s head coach than he was at any other stop in his coaching career. Kiffin and LSU have sparked outrage for their pursuit of former NFL players on this year’s active roster. The other members and powers that be in the SEC rallied against LSU’s plans, and…
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 2:17 PM‘Let me tell you something’: U.S. Congress sends clear threat to SEC over LSU decision
Lane Kiffin hasn’t been any less controversial as LSU’s head coach than he was at any other stop in his coaching career. Kiffin and LSU have sparked outrage for their pursuit of former NFL players on this year’s active roster. The other members and powers that be in the SEC rallied against LSU’s plans, and…
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 10:33 PM‘Disruptors are never well liked’: Fox Sports star compares Lane Kiffin to Elon Musk
The SEC has filed an amended federal lawsuit against LSU, seeking authority to expel the university from the conference after a dispute over player eligibility. Head coach Lane Kiffin has been the most criticized coach since the season started as he continued to defend his pursuit of former NFL players, and his peers look to…
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