Kiffin Defends Recruiting NFL TE Wright

Dae'Quan Wright, who played two seasons for Kiffin at Ole Miss, could become the first known player to return to college after playing in the NFL after a court order granted him a fifth year of eligibility. Wright was among players who sued in Louisiana, arguing a new NCAA rule granting five years of eligibility should apply to those not 'grandfathered' into the rule. freshyourfeel.org

At a news conference, Kiffin declined to discuss specific players but said of those in the lawsuit: 'They're available to recruit. So, ourselves, like many places around the country, are recruiting them.' The SEC opposes professional athletes returning to college sports, stating it 'firmly opposes' such moves and is calling on Congress to regulate college sports.