Virginia Judge Denies Chandler Morris' Seventh Year of Eligibility Appeal
Key Takeaways
- Virginia circuit court denied Morris's preliminary injunction to play a seventh season.
- Ruling cited insufficient information provided to the NCAA about his mental health claim.
- Morris had sued the NCAA seeking a seventh year of eligibility.
Court Denies Injunction
A Virginia circuit court judge denied Chandler Morris' request for a preliminary injunction to play a seventh season.
The judge ruled Morris would not be likely to win his case on the merits.
The court acknowledged the mental health toll but found insufficient evidence to override NCAA rules.
Mental Health Central to Debate
Morris' mental health struggles following a 2022 knee injury were central to the debate.
He returned to play 26 snaps in three games as part of a medically prescribed treatment plan.
The NCAA argued those appearances counted as competition.
NCAA Defends Consistency
The NCAA framed the case as defending common-sense eligibility rules.
“CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – University of Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris told a Charlottesville Circuit Court judge about the “dark place” his mental health was in following a knee injury during the 2022 football season while at TCU”
They acknowledged making changes but argued a patchwork of state laws made partnering with Congress essential.
The ruling closes the door on Morris returning to play this season.
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