The Hunter Dekkers precedent also points to no suspension for Brendan Sorsby
Brendan Sorsby reached a settlement with the NFL and NFLPA to resolve legal claims. The 22-year-old quarterback will sit out the 2026 season. He is now considered draft-eligible for 2027.
What changed
Sorsby settled with the league and will now enter the 2027 NFL Draft instead of attempting to join in 2026.
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Brendan Sorsby Settles With NFL, Eligible For 2027 Draft
confidence 95%Brendan Sorsby reached a settlement with the NFL and NFLPA to resolve legal claims. The 22-year-old quarterback will sit out the 2026 season. He is now considered draft-eligible for 2027.
What's confirmed:
- Brendan Sorsby will be eligible for the 2027 NFL Draft.
- The NFL, NFLPA, and Sorsby reached a settlement resolving legal claims against the league.
- Sorsby will sit out the 2026 season.
- The NCAA banned Sorsby for gambling.
Still unconfirmed:
- Sorsby cannot play in the Canadian Football League in 2026.
- The Big 12 is not expected to drop its lawsuit against Sorsby.
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NFL Blocks Brendan Sorsby From 2026 Season
confidence 90%The NFL will not hold a supplemental draft this year, preventing Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby from joining the league in 2026. Sorsby had previously opted to forgo his remaining college eligibility. The Big 12 is not expected to drop its lawsuit against him despite these developments.
What's confirmed:
- The NFL decided not to hold a supplemental draft this year.
- Brendan Sorsby will not play in the NFL during the 2026 season.
- Sorsby chose to forgo his remaining college eligibility.
Still unconfirmed:
- The Hunter Dekkers precedent regarding 350+ bets might allow Sorsby to enter the NFL without a suspension.
- The Big 12 is unlikely to drop its lawsuit against Sorsby.
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NFL Denies Brendan Sorsby Supplemental Draft Bid
confidence 100%The NFL rejected former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's petition to enter the 2026 supplemental draft. Sorsby also dropped his lawsuit against the NCAA, ending his college career due to gambling. He remains ineligible for the 2026 NFL season unless a legal challenge succeeds.
What's confirmed:
- The NFL denied Brendan Sorsby's petition for a supplemental draft to play in the 2026 season.
- Brendan Sorsby dropped his lawsuit against the NCAA.
- Sorsby is ineligible and his college career has ended because of gambling.
- Sorsby bet on his own team and teammates.
Still unconfirmed:
- The NFL is considering a suspension for Sorsby based on the Hunter Dekkers, Kayshon Boutte, and other precedents.
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Sorsby's Agent Cites Precedents to Avoid NFL Suspension
confidence 60%Brendan Sorsby has applied for the NFL supplemental draft amid a betting scandal. His representation is using past cases to argue against a league suspension. Sorsby and his team are currently fighting the NCAA.
Still unconfirmed:
- Brendan Sorsby's agent is citing the Kayshon Boutte precedent to support no NFL suspension.
- A precedent for Sorsby's betting scandal was set by Iowa football.
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Brendan Sorsby Enters NFL Supplemental Draft Amid Gambling Violations
confidence 80%Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has officially applied for the NFL supplemental draft. He faces potential league discipline following gambling violations. NFL teams including the Steelers, Vikings, and Browns are reportedly considering the quarterback.
What's confirmed:
- Brendan Sorsby has officially applied for the NFL supplemental draft.
- Sorsby is entering the supplemental draft process while facing gambling violations.
- The NFL has the authority to suspend Sorsby during his rookie season.
Still unconfirmed:
- Cincinnati has denied claims from an agent that the school knew about Sorsby's gambling.