South Carolina RB Rahsul Faison Awaits NCAA Eligibility Decision for 2025 Season

Rahsul Faison, a running back transferring to South Carolina from Utah State, faces uncertainty over his eligibility to play in the 2025 college football season due to NCAA rules. Despite only playing three seasons—including one at a junior college—Faison's request for an additional year of eligibility has not been approved because the 2025 season would mark his seventh year in college, exceeding the NCAA's typical five-year eligibility window. His case is comparable to that of Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, who successfully obtained an injunction for an extra season, yet Faison remains in limbo as the NCAA delays a decision, causing significant stress and impacting his career plans. Faison had an outstanding 2024 season with Utah State, rushing for over 1,100 yards and eight touchdowns, which raised expectations for his final collegiate year at South Carolina. As he awaits the NCAA's ruling, Faison is preparing for both the possibility of playing for South Carolina and entering the 2026 NFL Draft. The NCAA's slow response and inconsistent rulings have drawn criticism from fans and analysts, highlighting frustrations with the governing body's administration of eligibility.