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NCAA appeals ruling on Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility

NBCSports.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:38 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

NCAA appeals ruling on Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility
Summary

The NCAA has initiated an appeal of the court's decision that reinstated the eligibility of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby. This development follows a previous ruling that had restored Sorsby's status to compete. The NCAA's appeal process is now underway as they seek to challenge the court's ruling. This situation has drawn attention due to its implications for Sorsby's playing future and the broader context of NCAA eligibility regulations.

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Key Details
  • •NCAA formally appeals court decision on Brendan Sorsby
  • •Sorsby's eligibility was previously restored by a court ruling
  • •The appeal could affect his status for the upcoming season
  • •Texas Tech is monitoring the situation closely
  • •Legal proceedings concerning NCAA eligibility regulations continue
Latest Updates
  • 5:25 PMNBCSports.com — The appeals court justices in the Brendan Sorsby case all went to Texas Tech law school - NBC Sports
  • 1:38 AMNBCSports.com — NCAA appeals Brendan Sorsby ruling - NBC Sports
What they're saying
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With the NCAA on the losing end of the initial Brendan Sorsby ruling (while scoring a major P.R. win), the next round will happen in the Court of Appeals for the Seventh District of Texas.

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As expected, the NCAA has appealed the court decision restoring the eligibility of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby.

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