Kansas State AD Gene Taylor Has Fiery Response To Brendan Sorsby Suspension

The Brendan Sorsby gambling situation remains one of the biggest off-field storylines in college football. It hit a completely new loop today, as the Texas Tech quarterback will only face a two-game suspension instead of having his eligibility revoked.

And naturally, many weren't fans of this ruling. Including Kansas State athletic director Gene Taylor. As a conference rival, Taylor had a heated response to Sorsby's lack of punishment for the season.

"It's f****** bulls***," Taylor said in a Yahoo Sports interview. "I know the kid has a problem. Well, get well and focus on your problem. It is absolutely devastating for him to be able to play when every other sport, no matter the level, deems an athlete ineligible or they are punished severely for betting on their team."

The magnitude of this situation may cause permanent damage to college football, as Sorsby's ability to overcome such an egregious offense may alter the standard for punishments in collegiate sports.

"We've had some serious conversation about it," Taylor said. "There is still a lot to be discussed. We aren't scheduled to play them this year, but it's something we have to look at from a college football perspective. This is greater than the Big 12."

With Sorsby back in the loop, the Red Raiders are likely the heavy favorites to win the Big 12 again. A smothering defense lost a few pieces to the NFL Draft but is still anticipated to be a groundbreaking unit. They added former Kansas State star Austin Romaine, keeping one of the Big 12's best linebackers in the conference.

Sorsby under center is anticipated to give Texas Tech even better production at the signal-caller position. Last season, he threw for 2,800 yards, 27 touchdowns, and five interceptions, and is expected to give the team more juice than Behren Morton.

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