NFL-to-College Precedent: Dae'Quan Wright Waiver

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Browns waive TE Dae'Quan Wright with agreement to return to LSU via transfer portal if he clears waivers. First player to attempt same-season move from NFL to college. Broke by Schefter. Now cleared waivers and expected to sign with LSU. Could set precedent for future NFL/NCAA eligibility.

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Updated Aug 27, 2026

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@AdamSchefter: Source: Former Browns TE Dae’Quan Wright cleared waivers today and is expected to sign with LSU on W...

@AdamSchefter: History: the Browns are waiving tight end Dae’Quan Wright and, if he clears waivers, he has an agree...

@AdamSchefter: There are a handful of players currently in training camp, or players who have already been cut and ...

@AdamSchefter: Dae’Quan Wright now is on the verge of becoming the first player to go from an NFL team to returning...

@AdamSchefter: More about the Cleveland Browns waiving tight end Dae'Quan Wright, who has an agreement in place for...