How the NCAA eligibility waiver could affect Memphis football down the road
University of Memphis tight end Sean Dykes dodges an Arkansas State defender during the Tigers’ home opener at the Liberty Bowl on Sept. 5. Dykes, who missed most of last season with an injury, could take advantage of an NCAA waiver allowing all fall athletes to retain a year of eligibility even if they compete during the 2020 season. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
Fall athletes, including seniors, will retain a year of eligibility even if they play in 2020.
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Johnson is a Memphis native who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2016. He's traveled the country covering teams like Syracuse, the Buffalo Bills and the Memphis Grizzlies. He's excited about the opportunity to cover the Tigers and all things in the city of Memphis.
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