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UCLA's Trent Hendrick seems unaffected by Big Ten eligibility rules

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:29 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

UCLA's Trent Hendrick seems unaffected by Big Ten eligibility rules

Summary

Linebacker Trent Hendrick is set to join UCLA for practices ahead of the September 5 opener against California. Hendrick secured a temporary restraining order in Louisiana, allowing him to transfer without signing an NFL contract or declaring for the draft as an underclassman. The Big Ten recently implemented a rule affecting eligibility for players with professional contracts, but UCLA athletic director Martin Jarmond confirmed that Hendrick remains eligible under current guidelines. The situation remains fluid as it's unclear if the restraining order will face any challenges.

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Status Watch

•Trent Hendrick joins UCLA practices before September 5 opener
•UCLA complies with Big Ten eligibility guidelines
•New Big Ten rule affects players signed to professional contracts
•Hendrick's transfer follows a Louisiana court ruling
•James Madison coaches express excitement over Hendrick's potential

Latest Updates

11:29 PMYahoo Sports — UCLA suggests star transfer Trent Hendrick isn't impacted by new Big Ten NFL player ban

What they're saying

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UCLA athletics director Martin Jarmond released a statement that school is complying with all Big Ten rules and all players on its roster are eligible.
— Yahoo Sports

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