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SEC to Challenge Judge's Pro Player Ruling in Court

Updated 2026-08-31 00:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

The SEC announced it will dispute a judge’s order that prohibits commissioner Greg Sankey from punishing schools if they roster players who return from professional contracts.

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Though the SEC said it will comply with an order that prohibits commissioner Greg Sankey from punishing schools if they roster a player who returns from a pro contract, the league said in a statement Sunday that it will defend its rights in court.
2026-08-31 01:31 UTC
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