Dabo Swinney on LSU bringing in NFL players: 'There are no rules. There's no governance'

Dabo Swinney criticized the NCAA’s college-football eligibility system, saying it lacks clear rules and governance. Speaking on The Stephen A. Smith Show on Mad Dog Sports Radio, the Clemson coach said he doesn’t blame the “young men” for trying to maximize opportunities within the current setup, but called the situation “embarrassing.” Swinney argued that players can be removed from class for time elsewhere and alleged “tampering,” framing the dispute as a microcosm of college sports overall. His comments came as LSU prepared for Saturday’s season opener with former NFL players added to the roster, an effort Lane Kiffin said was supported by LSU leadership.