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SEC Expels LSU After Injunction Clears Reinstated Players

9/6/2026

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The U.S. SEC expelled LSU after controversy over former NFL training-camp players rejoining the team.
A court injunction made Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris eligible for LSU.
Both players missed LSU’s season-opening game against Clemson.
Rece Davis said modern college athletes earn six- to seven-figure NIL deals, exceeding NFL practice-squad pay.
Davis urged enforceable roster limits and proposed a minor-league baseball-style model for rookie and former-pro spots.

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The U.S. SEC expelled LSU after controversy over former NFL training-camp players rejoining the team.
A court injunction made Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris eligible for LSU.
Both players missed LSU’s season-opening game against Clemson.
Rece Davis said modern college athletes earn six- to seven-figure NIL deals, exceeding NFL practice-squad pay.
Davis urged enforceable roster limits and proposed a minor-league baseball-style model for rookie and former-pro spots.