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Virginia QB Morris denied injunction for seventh season

PUBLISHED Apr 2, 2026, 11:37 PM ET

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Charlottesville — University of Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris was denied a preliminary injunction on Thursday after filing suit in Charlottesville Circuit Court seeking permission to play a seventh season following the NCAA's denial of his medical-redshirt waiver and appeal. The NCAA issued a statement praising the ruling and cited preservation of competitive integrity; the decision arrives amid roughly 71 related eligibility lawsuits and follows recent, differing injunction rulings in Mississippi that have spurred discussion of possible congressional action.

By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

NCAA denied Chandler Morris's medical-redshirt waiver and subsequent appeal (date unspecified).
Morris filed a lawsuit in Charlottesville Circuit Court seeking a preliminary injunction last month.
A Mississippi judge recently granted an injunction in a similar case involving an Ole Miss quarterback.
A Charlottesville circuit judge denied Morris's preliminary injunction request on Thursday.
NCAA issued a statement and the count of related eligibility lawsuits reached 71.

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This isn't just about football. It's about rights. Morris's case is one of 71 similar lawsuits. It's sparking debate about eligibility rules and fairness in college sports. Keep an eye on this issue. It could change the game for student-athletes nationwide.

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Who Benefited

The NCAA and its member institutions retained enforcement authority over eligibility rules, preserving consistent administrative control and legal standing while the circuit court declined injunctive relief for an individual athlete.

Who Impacted

Chandler Morris and the University of Virginia football program were immediately affected when a Charlottesville circuit judge denied his request to play a seventh season, leaving his eligibility unresolved and potential playing time curtailed.

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