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Judge Rules NCAA Eligibility Laws Unlawful, Player Wins Season

2/7/2025

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Wisconsin cornerback Nyzier Fourqurean has secured a preliminary injunction, allowing him to play another season after a federal judge deemed the NCAA's eligibility rules potentially unlawful under antitrust laws. Fourqurean contended that his two seasons at Division II Grand Valley State shouldn't impact his eligibility. This landmark ruling could spark a wave of challenges against NCAA regulations.

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Wisconsin cornerback Nyzier Fourqurean has secured a preliminary injunction, allowing him to play another season after a federal judge deemed the NCAA's eligibility rules potentially unlawful under antitrust laws. Fourqurean contended that his two seasons at Division II Grand Valley State shouldn't impact his eligibility. This landmark ruling could spark a wave of challenges against NCAA regulations.