A brief avalanche is underway after the NCAA moved to expand college eligibility to five full seasons.

Some former players are returning to college after facing limited prospects at the professional level.

Meanwhile, others are not. And that includes those who might potentially benefit from an extra year.

Among them is former Texas defensive end Ethan Burke, who was signed by the Baltimore Ravens after going undrafted a few months back. According to a recent 247Sports report, Burke’s father claims his son remains committed to pursuing his dreams in the NFL. “Ethan’s totally focused on becoming a Baltimore Raven,” Zack Burke told 247Sports earlier this weekend. “Some schools have reached out to Ethan’s agent about possibly returning to college, but that’s not even on the table. Ethan wants to be in Baltimore. That’s where our family is, and it’s a great NFL opportunity for Ethan.”

Burke will be missed, but we can’t help but wish him all the luck.

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ABOUT THE LONGHORNS

247Sports: Horns247 Roundtable: The breakout players for the Texas Longhorns in 2026

247Sports: Here’s how Texas is affected by federal court ruling in Colorado allowing Class of 2022 players to return

Inside Texas: Chris Del Conte: Texas football in 2026, Arch Manning, and jersey patches

ICYMI IN BURNT ORANGE NATION

247Sports: Football Hotbed Media Day Notebook: Intel on South Florida’s top recruits entering the 2026 season

Inside Texas: Final thoughts and analysis of Texas Baseball’s transfer portal window and incoming freshman class

Inside Texas: California intel: The latest scoop on the top-20 players heading into the season

Inside Texas: And with that, the 2027 Texas recruiting cycle is on hold

Inside Texas: The MJD Blueprint: Why Landen Williams-Callis’ size could be his greatest asset

Inside Texas: Five-star Flip Watch: Brewster, Royal & other elite prospects whose commitments are shakier than they look

Rock M Nation: Mizzou football fall camp media day quotes and highlights

Rocky Top Talk: Tennessee connected to former Vanderbilt forward Jalen Washington

Dawg Sports: Position Preview: Bulldog safeties showcase experience and depth

A Sea Of Blue: Kam Williams believes Braydon Hawthorne will make a big impact for Kentucky

SB Nation: Reunited! Texans sign DE Jadeveon Clowney

SB Nation: An undrafted WNBA rookie is a legitimate Rookie of the Year candidate

SB Nation: Angel Reese has found a perfect home

NEWS ACROSS LONGHORN NATION AND BEYOND