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Texas Tech University has completed a series of facility upgrades to its baseball and softball complexes, funded by notable donors, setting the stage for fresh campaigns in the upcoming home seasons.
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.
After a season marred by off‑field turmoil, quarterback Brendan Sorsby has decided not to play for Texas Tech, opting instead for the NFL Supplemental Draft. The move follows criticism of the school's attempt to reinstate him despite documented gambling violations and mental‑health concerns.
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.
The controversy surrounding former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, whose extensive sports betting history has drawn condemnation from the Big 12 and NCAA, raises urgent questions about the NFL’s willingness to overlook such conduct in the supplemental draft.
After a protracted battle involving Texas Tech, legal authorities and the NCAA, quarterback Brendan Sorsby has announced his intention to enter the NFL supplemental draft, ending a saga that highlighted the consequences of gambling addiction and institutional failures.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has been granted an injunction to enter the 2026 NFL supplemental draft following a two‑game suspension for sports betting. The NCAA's eligibility ruling, a state attorney general's intervention and a conference complaint set the stage for a high‑stakes draft prospect.
The Nevada Gaming Control Board announced the arrest of Mykell Robinson, a former Fresno State standout implicated in a scheme that manipulated game outcomes for profit, while the NCAA has permanently barred Robinson, Steven Vasquez and Jalen Weaver. Meanwhile, Texas Tech’s Brendan Sorsby, accused of staking $90,000 on football games while underage, has obtained a court injunction that reinstates his eligibility.
The NCAA is leveraging backlash over Brendan Sorsby's eligibility ruling to advance a federal bill that would let it enforce gambling‑related eligibility rules, potentially overriding state court decisions and prompting widespread controversy across college sports.
Texas Tech University has pledged full support for quarterback Brendan Sorsby after a court granted him a temporary injunction, while the NCAA appeals the decision and a compliance plan monitors his gambling addiction.
A controversy surrounding former Texas Tech player Brendan Sorsby’s gambling activities has ignited debate over the university’s scheduling privileges and the NCAA’s handling of similar cases.
Brendan Sorsby’s recent eligibility battle has ignited a debate over NCAA governance, athlete compensation, and the integrity of college football.
Linkin Garcia, a standout infielder from Texas Tech, announced his commitment to the University of Texas via the NCAA transfer portal, marking the latest departure from a struggling program.
The latest issue of Dave Campbell's Texas Football showcases a striking cover that highlights Texas Tech's rise and a high school phenom, blending college and prep talent in a single visual narrative.
The iconic 'Football Bible of Texas' spotlights the Red Raiders' ascent, featuring coach Joey McGuire, athletic director Kirby Hocutt, general manager James Blanchard, and other key figures in a story titled 'Inside the Modern College Football Machine.'
Coach Joey McGuire and Texas Tech officials are pushing for the reinstatement of quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who faces permanent NCAA ineligibility after admitting to betting on games involving his former teams. The effort includes a legal challenge, presidential support, and potential NFL ramifications.
After three consecutive seasons below .500 and a missed NCAA tournament, Texas Tech announced that head coach Tim Tadlock will remain at the helm through 2027, unveiling a strategy that includes more scholarships, targeted NIL investments and a focus on player development.
A top‑25 recruit turns to name, image and likeness earnings to finance his education, while Texas Tech explores a revenue‑share approach that could redefine scholarship structures.
A series of contract adjustments, buyouts and strategic replacements are rewriting Texas Tech's football schedule well into the next decade.
Texas Tech will host New Mexico on September 18, 2027, after North Carolina State withdrew, with a $1.2 million guarantee and ongoing searches for additional opponents.