Brendan Sorsby decides not to play for Texas Tech amid controversy over his eligibility
Key takeaways
- Brendan Sorsby won’t be playing football for Texas Tech this fall after all.
- That ruling, however, was being challenged through separate court filings by the NCAA and the Big 12 Conference.
- Sorsby’s decision was announced Monday night in an open letter by Cody Campbell, chairman of the Texas Tech board of regents.
Brendan Sorsby watches a college basketball game between Texas Tech and Cincinnati on Feb. 24 in Lubbock, Texas. (Justin Rex / Associated Press) By Chuck Schilken Staff Writer Follow June 16, 2026 9:32 AM PT 5 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.
Brendan Sorsby won’t be playing football for Texas Tech this fall after all.
It’s not because the transfer quarterback has been permanently banned by the NCAA for wagering on college sports — an injunction issued by a Texas judge last week appeared to clear the way for Sorsby to play for the Red Raiders in 2026.