Lane Kiffin, LSU Have Deal in Place to Sign Browns TE: Report
Summary
Cleveland Browns rookie tight end Dae’Quan Wright is expected to return to play college football for LSU in 2026 after being waived by the Browns. This move is unusual because players typically do not go from professional NFL teams back to college teams.Key Facts
- Dae’Quan Wright was waived by the Cleveland Browns.
- If no other NFL team claims him, he plans to play for LSU in the 2026 season.
- Wright previously played college football under LSU coach Lane Kiffin at Ole Miss.
- Wright had 66 catches, 1,029 yards, and nine touchdowns in two college seasons.
- Wright dealt with injuries and had limited playing time during the Browns’ offseason.
- This could be the first time a player moves from an NFL team back to college football.
- NCAA rules have allowed some players under NFL contracts to return to college, causing debate among coaches.
- Browns coach Todd Monken joked about Lane Kiffin contacting him about Wright.
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