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Texas A&M · SECMike Elko calls for one governing body amid 5-in-5 confusion
The Texas A&M coach wants uniform eligibility, salary-cap and roster rules after players signed pro contracts believing their college eligibility had expired.
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AUG 28, 2026
AUG 28, 2026
Texas A&M coach Mike Elko called for a single governing body with authority over college football eligibility, salary-cap and roster rules.
He cited confusion around the NCAA’s 5-in-5 eligibility rule, including players who signed professional contracts after believing their college eligibility had expired.
The uncertainty complicates roster planning by affecting which players programs can retain or pursue. The report did not identify Texas A&M players affected, outline Elko’s proposed structure or say whether the NCAA will clarify the rule.
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