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Brendan Sorsby cleared to play for Texas Tech against Colorado

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:42 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Brendan Sorsby cleared to play for Texas Tech against Colorado
Summary

Brendan Sorsby has been cleared to play for Texas Tech against Colorado on October 3, 2026, following a ruling that keeps him eligible despite a two-game suspension at the start of the season. Discussions among Big 12 athletic directors have emerged over concerns about the matchup, but the game's significance remains prominent for both teams. Texas Tech, already seen as a contender in the Big 12, benefits from Sorsby's experience after his successful tenure at Cincinnati. The upcoming game is one of the notable highlights, as Texas Tech visits Boulder for the first time since 2010.

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  • •Sorsby will miss the first two games due to suspension.
  • •Texas Tech sees increased expectations with Sorsby as quarterback.
  • •Big 12 ADs are discussing the implications of the matchup.
  • •The game against Colorado is scheduled for October 3, 2026.
  • •Texas Tech has invested nearly $30 million in its roster.
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  • 9:42 PMYahoo Sports — Colorado football should embrace Texas Tech game after Sorsby ruling
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Brendan Sorsby is now cleared to play, but Big 12 pushback has raised questions around Texas Tech's schedule, including the Colorado Buffaloes.

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