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NCAA Faces Legal Battles Over Athlete Eligibility Rules

9/16/2025

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The NCAA faces legal challenges over athlete eligibility as courts review antitrust cases involving Diego Pavia and Jett Elad.
Pavia argues that NCAA rules unlawfully restrict his eligibility and access to NIL payments.
The Sixth Circuit will examine Pavia's challenge to the NCAA's five-year rule for four seasons of play.
Rulings could significantly impact college sports and athletes' rights to earn money.
Pavia's case has inspired over 30 similar lawsuits, reflecting a trend among college athletes.

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The NCAA faces legal challenges over athlete eligibility as courts review antitrust cases involving Diego Pavia and Jett Elad.
Pavia argues that NCAA rules unlawfully restrict his eligibility and access to NIL payments.
The Sixth Circuit will examine Pavia's challenge to the NCAA's five-year rule for four seasons of play.
Rulings could significantly impact college sports and athletes' rights to earn money.
Pavia's case has inspired over 30 similar lawsuits, reflecting a trend among college athletes.