The NCAA Division I Cabinet recently discussed a proposal that would establish a five-year window of eligibility for athletes, starting from their high school graduation or their 19th birthday, whichever comes first. Although no formal action was taken, SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey expressed the necessity for more defined eligibility rules, criticizing the current situation where athletes may remain in school for six to nine years due to waiver processes and court rulings. This discussion follows an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, which urges the NCAA to clarify its eligibility rules by August 1 to promote fairness and consistency for student-athletes. Questions linger about how these potential changes would impact current seniors, with concerns raised by Jacksonville State men's basketball coach Ray Harper regarding whether they would be 'grandfathered in' under the new rules. NCAA President Charlie Baker has indicated that the organization is responding proactively to the evolving landscape of college sports, recognizing the urgent need for decisive solutions.