
Ted Cruz’s Protect Sports Act of 2026 Revives Old Battles Over College Athlete Compensation
Senator Ted Cruz's new bill aims to restrict athlete and coach movement mid-season, reviving debates that began with the O’Bannon v. NCAA case.
Jun 24, 2026
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Senator Ted Cruz's new bill aims to restrict athlete and coach movement mid-season, reviving debates that began with the O’Bannon v. NCAA case.

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.