Sorsby's camp hopes to speed up the process of him being granted a leave of absence amid news of his gambling addiction.
Reports surfaced Thursday saying Brendan Sorsby and his attorneys have notified the NCAA of a request for an expedited resolution in the case involving the Texas Tech quarterback, according to Yahoo! Sports' Ross Dellenger.
The move is done in search of a reinstatement of Sorsby's collegiate eligibility after he reportedly placed over 10,000 bets on online platforms and allegedly bet on an Indiana Hoosiers game while he was on the roster as a freshman in 2022.
Sorsby, 22, entered himself into a residential treatment facility, citing the signs of a gambling addiction, shortly after he announced his commitment to Texas Tech and began spring workouts.
Sorsby recently hired prominent college sports attorney Jeffrey Kessler to his counsel amid the treatment admission.
Kessler and Sorsby's camp have told the NCAA that a legal battle is "imminent."
Kessler has played a central role in legal battles that reshaped athlete compensation, making his involvement a significant signal that Sorsby’s team is preparing for a serious fight if needed.
It's a situation that could find itself in Lubbock's local court system, which may play into the Red Raiders' favor, though the severity of this case likely won't easily be subjected to a hometown slap on the wrist.
According to On3, "Sorsby’s gambling has yet to draw the attention of law enforcement, nor has it been linked to any attempt to influence the outcome of games. It was reportedly just a steady flurry of small bets over a period of time. As of now, there is no timetable for Sorsby’s treatment nor any additional information on his potential return to the Texas Tech football program."
NCAA cases can drag out, which makes speed a major factor ... and reason for Kessler's plea for things to be expedited.
Texas Tech won’t pay for Sorsby’s legal action because NCAA rules bar schools from funding lawsuits against the association. Sorsby transferred to Texas Tech after leaving Cincinnati, where the athletic department was reportedly alerted to his gambling issue last August. The quarterback is also in the midst of a reported buyout dispute with Cincinnati.
Sorsby reportedly inked an NIL package worth $5 million upon committing to the Red Raiders, who won their first Big 12 championship last season.
Join our ROUNDTABLE community for FREE! Share your thoughts, engage with our Roundtable writers, and chat with fellow members.
Download the free Roundtable App to stay even more connected!
