The Green Bay Packers are reportedly dodging any NFL backlash after working out defensive tackle Zxavian Harris, even though the league declared him completely ineligible to play this season a day later. NFL insider Tom Pelissero dropped the news on his Substack Saturday, reporting the Packers aren’t expected to face any discipline for hosting Harris for a tryout on Tuesday. Talk about a close call for Green Bay, right?
The Messy Eligibility Rules and Two Players Caught in the Middle
Here’s the kicker: Harris, along with tight end Dae’Quan Wright, can’t visit, try out with, or even be signed by any NFL club during the entire 2026 season. The NFL sent out a memo to all the clubs, flat out saying these guys signed with pro teams this summer *before* trying to play for LSU. Harris was inked and then waived by the New Orleans Saints, while Wright spent time with both the Philadelphia Eagles and Cleveland Browns before getting cut from both rosters. You’ve got to feel for these dudes, trying to make their way in the league, only to hit this wall.
LSU’s Roster Shake-Up and the Looming Grievance
Both Harris and Wright had reportedly enrolled at LSU, holding onto hope they could play for the Tigers this season. But guess what? They were left off Lane Kiffin’s season-opening roster. This whole drama is fueled by the SEC’s ongoing push to ban athletes who’ve had pro experience from returning to college ball. It’s a huge gray area, and frankly, the NFL Players Association is already digging into what Harris, Wright, and any other affected players actually did individually. A grievance is still on the table, which means this story is far from over. The league’s memo didn’t even cover all the 2026 draft-eligible players who went back to college, sending a clear warning: clubs better verify eligibility with the NFL, or they risk serious discipline. We’re talking lost draft picks, fines, and even suspensions for front office folks. You just know other teams are sweating right now, making sure they don’t step into this same mess.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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