Brendan Sorsby turns pro amid NCAA dispute with Texas Tech
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Brendan Sorsby announced his decision to turn professional on June 22, just two weeks after winning an injunction against the NCAA that would have allowed him to play for Texas Tech this season. The quick turnaround raises questions about the potential impact of ongoing legal issues involving the Big 12 and Texas Tech. Sources suggest Sorsby may have felt pressured to leave college football due to concerns about court rulings affecting his eligibility. NFL insiders also speculate on the implications for Sorsby's immediate future in professional football, despite him facing no violations of NFL rules. His rapid exit from the college ranks highlights uncertainties in college athletics amid legal battles.
- •Brendan Sorsby announced his decision on June 22.
- •He had recently won an injunction to play at Texas Tech.
- •Ongoing legal confrontations with the Big 12 influenced his choice.
- •NFL officials are monitoring his eligibility for the next season.
- •Concerns exist over the stability of his pro career due to NCAA disputes.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Did Texas Tech make Brendan Sorsby go pro?
"Brendan Sorsby might have been forced out of Texas Tech.
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