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Federal Judge Challenges NCAA, Allows Seventh College Season

7/22/2025

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A federal judge in Nevada has ruled in favor of Cortez Braham Jr., allowing him to pursue a seventh college season despite the NCAA's five-year eligibility rule. This landmark decision not only questions the NCAA's authority but also raises significant antitrust concerns, potentially setting the stage for a Supreme Court showdown over athlete rights.

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A federal judge in Nevada has ruled in favor of Cortez Braham Jr., allowing him to pursue a seventh college season despite the NCAA's five-year eligibility rule. This landmark decision not only questions the NCAA's authority but also raises significant antitrust concerns, potentially setting the stage for a Supreme Court showdown over athlete rights.