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Brett Yormark

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Brendan Sorsby’s Eligibility Battle Ends in NFL Draft Move

A series of legal challenges surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby culminated in his withdrawal from college football and entry into the NFL Supplemental Draft, straining relations with the Big 12 Conference and raising financial and legal concerns.

Jun 17, 2026

Brendan Sorsby’s Gambling Scandal Ripples Through Texas Tech and the Big 12

Quarterback Brendan Sorsby's descent into sports gambling forced him into rehab, prompted a temporary injunction and a move to the NFL Supplemental Draft, triggering a chain reaction that saw Texas Tech lose a key player, conference rivals withdraw from future matchups and the Big 12 file a legal complaint.

Jun 16, 2026

Saban’s Warning Echoes as Texas Judge Clears Gambling-Infected Quarterback

When Nick Saban warned Congress that college football was losing its regulatory grip, few imagined a real-time test of his prophecy. A Texas judge’s recent ruling that allows Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby — suspended by the NCAA for gambling on his own team — to resume play has turned the warning into a headline.

Jun 13, 2026

NCAA Sets February 2027 Appeal in Brendan Sorsby Eligibility Case

The NCAA has scheduled an appeal for February 8, 2027, against Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, whose reinstatement follows a betting violation and mandated counseling. The decision has sparked a cascade of scheduling hesitations across the sport.

Jun 9, 2026

NCAA, Power Conferences Sued Over NIL Earnings Suppression

A class‑action lawsuit filed by USC linebacker Talanoa Ili and former Stanford quarterback Charlie Mirer alleges that the NCAA, major conferences and the College Sports Commission conspired to limit name, image and likeness earnings, asking a court to suspend the NIL Go vetting system.

Jun 9, 2026

Texas Judge Clears Path for Controversial Quarterback Amid NCAA Backlash

A Texas judge has granted quarterback Brendan Sorsby an injunction allowing him to play for Texas Tech this season despite a history of betting on his own team. The ruling has ignited outrage among college sports administrators, prompted an NCAA appeal, and raised questions about congressional intervention and conference realignment.

Jun 9, 2026

Big 12 Commissioner Signals Support for 24‑Team College Football Playoff

During a state‑of‑the‑conference address in Frisco, Texas, Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark voiced his preference for a 24‑team College Football Playoff, citing the need for more competitive non‑conference matchups and noting that final authority rests with the Big Ten and SEC.

May 30, 2026