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Cole Hutson remains eligible after court blocks broader fifth-year ruling
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Blake Holland , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· August 21, 2026
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Key points This decision does not change Cole Hutson's status at Texas, and he remains eligible. A recent court decision affects athlete eligibility.
A recent court decision affects athlete eligibility.
The ruling on fifth-year play was blocked by a federal appeals court.
This decision does not change Cole Hutson's status at Texas, and he remains eligible.
Further information on this development is available from the source.
Details of the court's decision and its implications are provided there.
The ruling's impact on thousands of athletes is a key aspect of the story, but specifics are found in the original report.
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Published: August 21, 2026 ·
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