Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby’s collegiate career is in jeopardy following his gambling case. After allegations emerged that he had placed more than 10,000 sports wagers since 2022, the NCAA triggered its strict enforcement protocols. But if the organization does not fast-track a resolution regarding his college eligibility, his legal team is ready to take action.

Brendan Sorsby’s legal team issued a clear warning to the NCAA, notifying the governing body that a lawsuit is “imminent,” as reported by Yahoo Sports’ Ross Dellenger.

If the NCAA fails to provide a path to eligibility or attempts a permanent ban, the QB’s attorneys are prepared to file an immediate injunction in a Texas courtroom that would force the NCAA to allow Sorsby to play. They are demanding an immediate framework for reinstatement to bypass prolonged investigation timelines. Simply put, the goal is to negotiate a partial-season suspension rather than allow a total eligibility wipeout under strict NCAA rules.

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NCAA guidelines dictate a permanent ban on wagering on one’s own program. In 2022, when Brendan Sorsby was a true freshman for Indiana, he allegedly placed bets on the Hoosiers’ games. Although the wagers were exclusively for Indiana to win and did not involve games he played in, his gambling could end his journey with the Red Raiders.

Besides this, a heavy concentration of live prop bets (in Ohio and Indiana) was discovered. He frequently attended Cincinnati Reds MLB games and placed live wagers on individual balls and strikes. At the height of his activity, Brendan Sorsby was averaging roughly 20 wagers per day.

To check into a residential treatment center for sports gambling addiction, the QB took an indefinite leave of absence. Given these circumstances, his legal defense is expected to argue that his actions stem from a documented mental health condition. Despite that, if a favorable ruling or settlement is not reached, the Texas Tech QB may bypass the NCAA and declare for the NFL Supplemental Draft.

Does Brendan Sorsby have a career outside of college football?

Undoubtedly, the Raiders’ QB has potential. Before transferring to Texas Tech, Brendan Sorsby entered the market as the No. 1-ranked overall QB in the NCAA transfer portal. He was even widely regarded as a rising star, throwing 3,380 total yards and 36 TDs at Cincinnati. Considering this, NFL scouts may see him as a highly draftable prospect.

“If he wanted to apply to the NFL for the supplemental draft, folks I talked to believe he would not be approved,” said CBS’s Jonathan Jones. “So the supplemental draft seems like an extremely unlikely pathway this summer. And here’s why: The NFL is obviously very hard on those who gamble on NFL games. If you are in the NFL and you do bet on your team, win or lose, you are banned a minimum of two years. That’s how seriously the league takes this.”

While teams like the Browns or New York Jets desperately need long-term QB depth, one NFL executive noted that Sorsby is “frankly, untouchable right now” due to the active gambling investigations. But if the Red Raiders’ QB is forced to choose pro football, he must make a decision before the June 30 deadline.