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Judge Weighs $4M NCAA Eligibility Appeal for Aguilar

2/14/2026

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  • A Knoxville judge is weighing Joey Aguilar's eligibility appeal against the NCAA, with potential damages of $2–4 million.
  • During the hearing, NCAA attorney Taylor Askew expressed admiration for Tennessee football, complicating proceedings.
  • Aguilar's team seeks an extra year of eligibility due to limited Division I experience.
  • The NCAA contends that junior college play counts against this.
  • Chancellor Chris Heagerty emphasizes the need for factual proof to reach a ruling.