The NCAA has approved former Georgia quarterback Justin Fields's request for immediate eligibility at Ohio State, the University announced Friday.
The transfer waiver approval means that Fields will not have to sit out the typical one year after transferring and will be eligible to compete for the Buckeyes in the 2019-20 season.
Fields addressed the decision Friday afternoon.
"I thank God for His guidance during this time of uncertainty," Fields said in a statement. "I would like to thank the NCAA for its approval of the waiver allowing me to be eligible to play football this fall.