In a new twist on the Brendan Sorsby saga, latest reports indicate that Cincinnati was aware of his alleged gambling all the way back in 2025.
A bombshell report about new Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's prior gambling sent shockwaves through the sport on Monday, but reports indicate that his previous team might have been aware.
According to Matt Hayes of USA Today, the athletic department at the University of Cincinnati was made aware of Sorsby gambling before the 2025 season, which he reported was shared to him by two people with direct knowledge into the situation.
Sorsby went on to suit up for the Bearcats last year in 12 of their games and nothing came from this alleged tipoff until the recent revelation. While he is no longer a member of their football program, Cincinnati could face major consequences from the NCAA if these claims are true.
Hayes wrote that he reached out for comment on behalf of Cincinnati. This request was met with a return from senior associate athletic director Zach Stipe, who stated, "Cincinnati Athletics has no comment at this time."
As if the Sorsby saga could not get any more crazy, the investigative work by Hayes and USA Today opens a whole new path down the rabbit hole of college football's latest scandal.
Unfortunately for Red Raider faithful, it just so happens to center on their newest quarterback, who was one that was thought to return Texas Tech to offensive glory.
It remains unclear exactly what will become of Sorsby and his tenure in Lubbock, but Texas Tech issued a statement Monday that Sorsby has entered residential treatment program for his gambling issues and that the program supports him on his journey.
"We love Brendan and support his decision to seek professional help,” said Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire in the statement released by Texas Tech.
"Taking this step requires courage, and our primary focus is on him as a person. Our program is behind Brendan as he prioritizes his health."
It is a crushing blow for Texas Tech, undoubtedly, however it does not appear that the program had any inclination about the past issues of Sorsby. Something that possibly now cannot be said about Cincinnati.
To be fair, none of the major allegations levied about Sorsby occurred while he was with the Bearcats. Namely the potential wagers on Indiana football during Sorsby's time as a Hoosier, none of which were games that he appeared in on the field.
Regardless, any betting of any sort is supposed to be mandated by the universities and the Big 12 to ensure student athletes do not end up in a situation similar to what Sorsby is encountering today.
This is not the only drama centered around Sorsby and his former team, as Cincinnati recently sued their former quarterback for $1 million after he chose to leave the program for Lubbock. With these latest reports, it seems that the athletic department could have another headache caused by its strained relationship with Sorsby.
It is still very early on in an investigation that has yet to see an official statement from the NCAA. However, the behind-the-scenes details that continue to get dug up could reveal secrets that stretch far beyond Sorsby and his rumored actions.