NFL cancels 2026 supplemental draft, affecting Brendan Sorsby's future
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:52 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The NFL has announced the cancellation of the 2026 supplemental draft, which impacts Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s ability to enter the league this season. The decision means Sorsby will not have an alternative route to join an NFL team after not being selected in the regular draft. This move follows a trend of reduced supplemental drafts in recent years as the league reassesses the system. With the supplemental draft off the table, Sorsby will need to wait for the next regular draft to pursue his professional football career.
- •NFL cancels the supplemental draft for 2026.
- •Brendan Sorsby from Texas Tech is affected by this decision.
- •Sorsby was not picked in the regular NFL draft.
- •This cancellation reflects changing league policies on player entry.
- 6:43 PMESPN — NFL nixes 2026 supplemental draft; Sorsby stuck
"The NFL has decided not to hold a supplemental draft this year, effectively halting Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's path to the league this season.
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