A judge has clarified an order granting a final year of eligibility to some college athletes, specifying that it does not apply to football players who signed professional contracts this summer. The initial ruling allowed athletes whose eligibility expired last school year to return for another season; however, Sunday’s clarification excludes those who subsequently entered into agreements with professional teams. This adjustment potentially limits the impact of the order, particularly in light of a new ‘5 for 5’ rule regarding athlete compensation.
The judge issued the clarifying order to address concerns about its scope. While the initial ruling aimed to provide relief for athletes affected by pandemic-related disruptions or other circumstances leading to lost eligibility, it did not explicitly exclude those who had already committed to professional careers. The new order makes that exclusion explicit, effectively closing a loophole some anticipated exploiting.
The clarification comes after several football players signed contracts with professional teams this summer, then indicated they might seek to utilize the initial NCAA ruling to return to college play. This created uncertainty regarding their eligibility and potential competitive advantages. No right-leaning outlets reported on this development.
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