Dae’Quan Wright, who spent time in NFL training camps this summer, has spoken out about his return to college football after being cleared to play for LSU by a Louisiana judge.
After winning a victory in court on Thursday, Wright said he is looking forward to “putting on a college uniform again.” He added that he expects to play Saturday against Clemson, and has been practicing with LSU for two days.
Dae’Quan Wright outside the courthouse: “I look forward to putting on a college uniform again.” pic.twitter.com/0HV99nmrHp
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) September 4, 2026
Wright is among those suddenly eligible for another collegiate season after initially graduating last year. A judge ruled that Wright is eligible after the NCAA initially excepted members of the 2022 freshman class from new rules granting five years of eligibility. A number of those players quickly sought to return to college even after spending time in NFL training camps.
The ruling was opposed by the NCAA and the conferences themselves, even the SEC. LSU essentially went to court against the league of which it is a member in order to win Wright’s eligibility.
Wright, an undrafted free agent, played for Ole Miss last season. He moved to LSU after entering the transfer portal while still taking part in camp with the Cleveland Browns.
