The rumors are circulating that Arthur is petitioning the NCAA for a hardship waiver that would allow him to take the field THIS year.  (Bryce's situation with Tennessee likely makes this option mute for him.)  One seemingly knowledgeable source states that he looks to have a solid case and that, although the NCAA hierarchy's judgment can't ever be predictable, he seems to have a real chance of getting on the field, perhaps as early as next week against ISU.  He has apparently been taking snaps with the first team.

Any word on this?  Realistic?  And as potentially a big impact on a thin LB crew as I think it could be?