Brendan Sorsby opts for NFL Supplemental Draft as deadline approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:25 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Brendan Sorsby of Texas Tech has given up his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft, following discussions with the NCAA and Big 12. While the Supplemental Draft is rare, last held in 2019, speculation surrounds Sorsby’s potential landing spots. Observations from analyst Mike Florio suggest the NFL may release details after the June 22 application deadline. Challenges to Sorsby's eligibility could arise due to a court injunction linked to his situation. Meanwhile, the New York Jets have reported they are not pursuing Sorsby due to concerns over associated baggage, having re-signed quarterback Geno Smith earlier.
- •Brendan Sorsby relinquished his last year of NCAA eligibility.
- •The NFL Supplemental Draft has not occurred since 2019.
- •Analyst Mike Florio expects NFL updates after the June 22 deadline.
- •New York Jets reportedly opted out of pursuing Sorsby.
- •Sorsby's eligibility could face challenges due to a court injunction.
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Analyst Expects NFL to Break Silence on Brendan Sorsby as Supplemental Draft Deadline Approaches
"After weeks of back and forth with the NCAA and the Big 12, Brendan Sorsby relinquished his last year of eligibility granted by the courts in favor of the NFL Supplemental Draft. While the Supplemental Draft is a rare occurrence in the NFL, with the last one happening in 2019, there has been a lot of chatter around Sorsby’s possible landing spots.
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