The $2 Bets That Ended a $5 Million Career
Brendan Sorsby, a prominent college football quarterback, is under investigation for extensive sports betting, including wagers on his own team. Despite earning millions through NIL deals, he reportedly placed small bets on games while attending events. His actions have raised concerns about the impact of sports betting on young athletes' careers.
- ▪Brendan Sorsby is under investigation for thousands of sports bets, including wagers on his own team.
- ▪He has entered a residential treatment program for gambling addiction.
- ▪Sorsby was set to earn around $5 million at Texas Tech this year.
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