A temporary restraining order issued by a Dallas court permits 18 college football players, including Ahmaad Moses from SMU, to play for a fifth year during the 2026 season. This decision comes just days before the college football season kicks off and follows the Wisne v. NCAA ruling from July 31, which initially allowed athletes who finished high school in 2022 to extend their eligibility.
The NCAA's appeal of that decision has been set aside by this recent injunction.
Ahmaad Moses, recognized as a First Team All-ACC player in 2025, has participated in 54 games and started 19 times over his four years with the Mustangs. He played a crucial role in the team’s achievements, including winning a conference title in 2023 and reaching the College Football Playoff in 2024.
In the previous season, he topped the team with 104 tackles and five interceptions, alongside 5.5 tackles for loss and two fumble recoveries.
Moses notably excelled in a home game against Miami (FL), where he achieved a career-high of 15 tackles and made two interceptions, contributing to an overtime win. After declaring for the NFL Draft following the 2025 season, he encountered a setback due to a herniated disk that required spinal fusion surgery.
This injury, along with the surgery, is believed to have affected his NFL prospects, allowing him to meet the criteria for a return based on the ACC’s updated eligibility regulations.
