Sankey Files Affidavit Opposing RJ Luis’s LSU Eligibility

What Happened

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey filed an affidavit in an eligibility case involving LSU and former St. John’s star RJ Luis. The filing opposes Luis’s attempt to play for the Tigers. Sankey described that attempt as “a competitive disadvantage and fundamental unfairness.” The case concerns whether Luis can compete for LSU. The supplied reporting does not identify a ruling, hearing date, or separate public comment from LSU or Luis. The filing places the SEC commissioner directly against Luis’s eligibility effort, making the conference’s position part of the case rather than a matter left only to the school and player.

Why It Matters

• The SEC’s position could affect whether Luis is available to play for LSU, depending on the outcome of the eligibility case.
• Sankey’s affidavit gives the conference a formal role in challenging Luis’s attempt to join the Tigers.
• The case could shape how eligibility disputes involving transfers are handled within the SEC.

THE PATE STATE READ

LSU and Luis are dealing with a direct conference challenge, not a quiet roster question. Credit to Sankey: he’s stated the SEC’s position in a formal affidavit. The burden now sits on the eligibility process to decide whether Luis can compete for LSU. This moves the issue from roster planning to a case with a clear opposing argument. The next ruling or filing will show whether Sankey’s claim changes Luis’s status.(Josh has not yet commented.)

What's Next

• The next filing or ruling in the LSU eligibility case; no date was provided in the supplied reporting.