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NCAA Cracks Down on Tampering Amid Clemson Allegations

2/25/2026

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The NCAA intensifies its stance on tampering after Clemson coach Dabo Swinney accused Ole Miss in a Luke Ferrelli case.
NCAA Vice President Jon Duncan said the Division I Board of Directors directed staff to pursue significant tampering penalties and expand public disclosure of such cases.
The NCAA aims to streamline investigations and enforce existing rules more effectively.
Swinney's allegations underscore broader concerns about transfer portal integrity as Clemson and others seek accountability for violations.

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The NCAA intensifies its stance on tampering after Clemson coach Dabo Swinney accused Ole Miss in a Luke Ferrelli case.
NCAA Vice President Jon Duncan said the Division I Board of Directors directed staff to pursue significant tampering penalties and expand public disclosure of such cases.
The NCAA aims to streamline investigations and enforce existing rules more effectively.
Swinney's allegations underscore broader concerns about transfer portal integrity as Clemson and others seek accountability for violations.