American athletics administrator, SEC commissioner since 2015
The SEC has filed a federal lawsuit to enforce its Professionalism Rules, challenging LSU’s bid to roster two former NFL players as the college season approaches. A Louisiana state injunction previously blocked SEC penalties, and the dispute centers on the NCAA’s five-year eligibility rule and whether former pros may return to college rosters.
The SEC has amended a federal lawsuit to seek a temporary restraining order to block LSU from interfering with a meeting where a potential expulsion of LSU will be discussed. A two-thirds vote is required to oust the founding member; LSU has studied its options as the case unfolds.
The SEC has discussed potential action against LSU in a federal lawsuit surrounding Lane Kiffin’s bid to roster former NFL players. LSU has finalized its 2026 roster without Wright or Harris, deeming the issue moot. The clash now centers on conference rules and leadership’s response as a Thursday meeting considers possible sanctions or dissolution.