Wisconsin said a “binding two-year NIL agreement” was violated and that the school has “credible information indicating impermissible contact” between Lucas and UM football personnel prior to Lucas’ r

"The Big Ten Conference stands in full support of the University of Wisconsin regarding the contractual agreement between student-athlete Xavier Lucas and the Wisconsin football program," the statement reads. As student-athletes become active participants in revenue sharing, agreed-to obligations must be respected, honored, and enforced."

The NCAA requires schools to adhere to a player’s transfer request, but Lucas' name never appeared in the portal.

The University of Wisconsin has taken legal action against defensive back Xavier Lucas after he withdrew from school to transfer to Miami.  Lucas, the school cl

Wisconsin and the Big Ten said they have "credible information" that the University of Miami tampered with Xavier Lucas ahead of the defensive back's expected transfer.

A shocking statement reveals allegations of tampering, raising questions about NCAA regulations in college football.