Monken calls Wright's NFL-to-LSU return bid 'crazy'

The tight end cleared waivers after Cleveland cut him.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 271 min read

"Man, isn't this s--- crazy? I don't even know what to say." —Browns coach Todd Monken on Dae'Quan Wright's attempted r Via @espn on X

What happened: Cleveland waived Dae'Quan Wright after his attempted return to college emerged during the preseason. He cleared waivers, ending his brief stay with the Browns.

Why it matters: Wright could become the first known player to return to college after holding an NFL roster spot. A new SEC restriction on former professionals now complicates his eligibility path.

By the numbers: Wright went undrafted in 2026, passed through two NFL rosters and did not play a preseason snap for Cleveland.

What to watch: Wright's eligibility now hinges on how the SEC restriction and the underlying court order are applied.

Sources

@espn 2026-08-27T15:20:22.635395+00:00

CONVERSATION

Loading comments…

NFLAnalysisCleveland BrownsDae'Quan Wright

Follow NFL Intelligence

Real-time signals and analysis

@WireReportNFL

WR Pro

The day's sports, briefed to your inbox at 7am ET. Every claim sourced.

$9/month Free weekly newsletter →