Zxavian Harris and Dae’Quan Wright won’t be seeing any NFL action in 2026, nor NCAA play. The NFL sent out a memo making it crystal clear: both Harris and Wright are straight-up barred from visiting, trying out, or signing with any NFL team this season. It’s a tough pill to swallow for anyone hoping to see these guys on the gridiron this year.
The LSU Controversy That Blew Up
These two, Harris, a defensive tackle, and Wright, a tight end, were right in the middle of a massive NCAA eligibility controversy at LSU during the preseason. Here’s the deal: they both agreed to join Lane Kiffin’s LSU roster. The kicker? They had already signed with NFL teams but didn’t make those rosters. That move sparked a firestorm across the SEC and the entire NCAA. LSU looked like they were ready to roster them anyway, even with SEC mandates saying neither guy was eligible. Talk about intense outside pressure!
The Final Verdict Is In
Amid all that heat, LSU eventually opted to keep both players off their final roster. Now, the NFL has officially slammed the door shut for 2026. This memo, sent to all teams, confirms Harris and Wright can’t even visit or try out. They are flat-out ineligible to play in the NFL until the 2027 season. Their road back to the gridiron is a long one, but hey, at least we know where things stand for now. It’s a tough break, for sure.
So, no NFL or NCAA for Harris and Wright this year. We’ll have to wait until the 2027 season to see if they get another shot. This story isn’t over, just paused.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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