Jackson State wide receiver Jaden Lockhart just got a temporary restraining order in his lawsuit against the NCAA, making him eligible for the first game of the 2026 season! Seriously, this is absolutely wild news.
The Fight For A Sixth Year
Lockhart kicked off this whole legal battle on August 7, suing the NCAA in Hinds County Chancery Court. What’s he trying to get? A sixth year of eligibility. He’s got a solid claim, too, saying he earned a medical redshirt during the 2023 season and then took a standard redshirt year in 2024. He’s not just hoping, he’s taking them to court to play football!
Game On, For Now
Here’s the kicker: his temporary restraining order is good for 10 days, which means he’s cleared to hit the field for JSU’s season opener. That game is set for August 29 against Tennessee State in Nashville, kicking off at 7:30 p.m. CT on ESPN+. And get this, he’s not even the only one doing this! Teammate Nate Rembert, another receiver, also got a TRO or preliminary injunction this preseason. Plus, Jaden’s the older brother of JSU’s starting sophomore quarterback, Jared Lockhart. Talk about a family affair!
That 10-day clock is ticking, so this is far from over for Jaden. But for the opening game, he’s in! You gotta wonder what happens after they face Tennessee State. Is this a one-game miracle, or could this lawsuit change how we see eligibility battles moving forward? We’ll all be watching to see how this plays out.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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