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Jett Elad's Lawsuit Could Transform College Football Eligibility

4/17/2025

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Rutgers safety Jett Elad is on the edge of a pivotal moment as he awaits a ruling from U.S. District Judge Zahid N. Quraishi on his lawsuit against the NCAA. Elad is challenging the five-year eligibility rule, arguing that junior college seasons shouldn't count against players. A decision could reshape the future of college football eligibility.

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Rutgers safety Jett Elad is on the edge of a pivotal moment as he awaits a ruling from U.S. District Judge Zahid N. Quraishi on his lawsuit against the NCAA. Elad is challenging the five-year eligibility rule, arguing that junior college seasons shouldn't count against players. A decision could reshape the future of college football eligibility.