One of the major debates and potential rule changes on the docket in college sports this summer revolves around increasing player eligibility. As it currently stands, student-athletes have four seasons at their disposal, with certain provisions for injuries, redshirt seasons, and effects of COVID-19, to name a few. Yet, the NCAA is considering expanding the allotted eligibility to five years. NEWS: NCAA President Charlie Baker told ESPN today that he’s “pretty optimistic” that the new aged-based eligibility proposal will happen. The DI Board of Directors met today and will recommend to not implement this rule retroactively for graduates/exhausted eligibility. “If… pic.twitter.com/wZJVl5aV9I — Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) April 27, 2026 It would not apply to players who have already graduated, but current players could invoke the new eligibility guidelines. But for UCLA, two crucial members of the men's basketball team could benefit from the rule change if it is implemented.…