Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby files suit vs. NCAA in an attempt to play football in 2026
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA in hopes of playing college football in 2026. The lawsuit stems from his current ineligibility due to a violation of NCAA gambling rules, which he admits to. Sorsby argues that the NCAA's stance on sports betting is hypocritical, especially after recent changes to their policies.
- ▪Brendan Sorsby is seeking to play college football in 2026 after filing a lawsuit against the NCAA.
- ▪He is currently ineligible due to a violation of NCAA gambling rules, having placed a bet on Indiana during his time at Cincinnati.
- ▪The NCAA's recent policy changes regarding sports betting have led Sorsby to claim their position is hypocritical.
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