SEC sues LSU following court ruling on player eligibility
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 11:33 AM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026
A Louisiana state judge issued a preliminary injunction Thursday allowing former professional athletes to compete for LSU, countering SEC and NCAA rules. The SEC responded by filing a federal lawsuit in Alabama, alleging that the university violated the league’s right of expressive association by ignoring regulations regarding former professional players. The SEC is reportedly considering potential sanctions against the school, including a boycott of games, probation, or expulsion from the conference. LSU coach Lane Kiffin maintains he has not violated rules, though the legal injunction effectively mandates the inclusion of these athletes on the roster. With LSU scheduled to face Clemson on Saturday, the federal court is expected to provide a ruling by Friday. The situation remains in flux as the university prepares for its upcoming schedule while navigating conflicting legal and conference mandates.
- •A Louisiana judge granted former professional athletes a fifth year of college eligibility.
- •The SEC filed a federal lawsuit against LSU in Alabama on Thursday.
- •SEC leadership is considering potential actions including a boycott of LSU games.
- •LSU is scheduled to host Clemson for a game on Saturday.
- •Lane Kiffin serves as the current head coach for the LSU football program.
- 11:33 AMYahoo Sports — The LSU vs. SEC Fight Is Going Into Overdrive
"The SEC vs. LSU fight has heated up considerably Thursday: a Louisiana state judge ruled that former professional athletes who have sued to get a fifth year of college competition can play. This has infuriated the rest of the SEC, which filed a suit of its own in federal court on Thursday. According to ESPN, […]
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