EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern center Jackson Carsello’s eligibility for 2026 was restored by a court injunction Monday after the NCAA denied his request for a waiver this spring.

Cook County Circuit Judge Neil Cohen ruled that Carsello, a starter, is entitled to an extra season of competition. Carsello redshirted in 2022. He was ruled not healthy enough to play because of an ankle injury in 2021, when he practiced with the team.

The NCAA ruled the 2021 season should have counted as Carsello’s redshirt season, arguing he was healthy enough to have played.

Cohen’s ruling means Carsello will have the opportunity to return for another year as a starter under new offensive coordinator Chip Kelly. Carsello started all 13 games in 2025.

Beer sales at ISU

AMES, Iowa — Iowa State will add alcohol sales to its concessions for football and basketball games, athletic director Jamie Pollard announced Monday.

Pollard said the decision comes as “athletic departments across the country are facing uncertainty and significant financial pressures from rapidly increasing costs.”

Pollard said Iowa State has sought to increase revenue through ticket sales and donations, sponsorship and licensing and by adding new events such as concerts at the school’s facilities. The latest change is the addition of alcohol sales at Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum.

“Many of our peers have successfully taken this step,” Pollard said in a statement released by the school. “We are confident that we can initiate the sale of alcohol throughout our facilities and ensure a positive and safe environment for all of our guests.”

Pollard said the alcohol sales will begin this fall. He said beer, wine and prepackaged cocktails will be offered. He said a portion of the added revenue “will support alcohol education and student wellness programming.”