NCAA denies Brendan Sorsby reinstatement as Texas Tech QB files lawsuit over sports gambling ban
The NCAA denied Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's reinstatement after an investigation into sports gambling, leading him to file a lawsuit seeking immediate eligibility.Summary
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has been denied reinstatement by the NCAA for the 2026-27 college football season following an investigation into sports gambling activity. The NCAA rejected Sorsby's request to regain eligibility after Texas Tech previously ruled him ineligible. The investigation centers on allegations that Sorsby placed online wagers on sports over a period of several years, including bets tied to Indiana football. Sorsby, a Denton native, reportedly received an NIL package valued at approximately $5 million after a successful 2025 season. The denial marks a major setback for Sorsby, who transferred to Texas Tech from Cincinnati. The reinstatement decision came days after Sorsby announced he had completed a residential treatment program for gambling addiction and anxiety disorder. In a statement, he accepted responsibility for his actions and described the treatment as life-changing. On May 18, Sorsby filed a lawsuit against the NCAA seeking immediate eligibility, arguing his diagnosed gambling disorder should be considered in the reinstatement process. His legal team requested expedited action due to the approaching deadline to declare for the NFL Supplemental Draft. A court hearing in Lubbock County remains scheduled as Sorsby continues to challenge the NCAA's ruling.
(Source：FOX 4 News)