Texas Tech warns Big 12 of legal action against potential sanctions

Texas Tech has notified the Big 12 that it will pursue legal action if the conference sanctions the school. The issue arises from a recent court ruling allowing quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who gambled on his own team, to remain eligible. Big 12 officials, including Commissioner Brett Yormark, are reviewing sanctions that might classify Tech as ineligible for the conference championship or require the forfeiture of games played by Sorsby. The Big 12 could also consider federal action regarding the interstate impact of the ruling. The situation is complicated by the impending NFL supplemental draft deadline on June 22.

• 6:26 PMYahoo Sports — While Big 12 brass consider sanctions, Texas Tech reps have notified conference that any sanction will be met with legal action