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Big Ten Bars NFL Players from Returning to Conference

Updated 2026-08-25 14:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

The Big Ten is set to implement a rule prohibiting players who have played in the NFL from returning to play for one of its member institutions. The move aims to maintain player integrity and eligibility standards.

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Sources: Big Ten to bar NFL players from return

The Big Ten is set to pass a rule Tuesday that doesn't allow players to return from the NFL and play for one of its schools, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.

2026-08-25 14:56 UTC