NCAA denies Brendan Sorsby's reinstatement; future to be determined in court
The NCAA has denied Brendan Sorsby's request for reinstatement to play college football for the 2026 season. Sorsby, a Texas Tech quarterback, recently completed a rehabilitation program for gambling addiction and is currently under NCAA investigation. His next opportunity for reinstatement will be determined in court on June 1.
- ▪Brendan Sorsby's reinstatement request was denied by the NCAA.
- ▪He recently completed a 35-day inpatient rehab program for gambling addiction.
- ▪Sorsby is expected back on campus in Lubbock soon and will have a court date on June 1.
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