Texas Tech QB Enters Treatment for Gambling Addiction

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has announced an immediate indefinite leave from the football program to enter a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction. Sorsby, a fifth-year senior, had transferred to Texas Tech in January from Cincinnati, where he was a highly sought-after player in the transfer portal.

Coach Joey McGuire stated, "We love Brendan and support his decision to seek professional help." The program is fully behind Sorsby as he prioritizes his health, with no current timetable for his return.

This development occurs as the NCAA enforces updated sports betting guidelines implemented in 2023. These rules stipulate potential permanent loss of eligibility for players betting on games involving their own school. Betting on other schools' games in the same sport could result in losing half a season's eligibility, while betting on professional sports exceeding $800 carries a penalty of at least 30% of a season.

Sorsby's situation is compounded by an ongoing lawsuit filed by the University of Cincinnati. His former school is seeking a $1 million buyout for alleged violations of a revenue-sharing agreement when he transferred. A response from Sorsby was due on 2026-04-27T18:06:53+00:00.