Texas Tech is in a massive fix after their $5 million star quarterback, Brendan Sorsby, entered rehab for a gambling addiction. With the NCAA investigating his bets, his college career is practically over. Seeing the Red Raiders in desperate need of a lifeline, a former Liberty quarterback and engineering student decided to shoot his shot.
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With Sorsby gone and their backup, Will Hammond, currently dealing with an ACL injury, Liberty QB Miles Kobe McEachin Jr. didn’t wait for a phone call. Instead, hopped onto his X handle and tagged head coach Joey McGuire and offensive coordinator Zach Kittley, and every other coach to let them know he’s ready to fly to Lubbock.
“I heard @TexasTechFB is looking for a QB. I graduate in 2 weeks & can step right in. Wassup? @JoeyMcGuireTTU @Coach_Leftwich @lindseyscottjr @coachahuff @jkbtjc_53 @_QuintinJordan @TTU_SeanK.” He tweeted.
I heard @TexasTechFB is looking for a QB. I graduate in 2 weeks & can step right in. Wassup? @JoeyMcGuireTTU @Coach_Leftwich @lindseyscottjr @coachahuff @jkbtjc_53 @_QuintinJordan @TTU_SeanK
His pitch immediately gained traction online, capturing the imagination of a desperate West Texas fanbase. The spring transfer portal is practically barren, leaving the Red Raiders staring down a critical season without a seasoned signal-caller. When your roster options hit rock bottom, inviting a highly motivated graduate transfer for a summer workout suddenly feels like a brilliant gamble.
The backstory on Miles has to be one of the most unique in college football right now. Back in August 2025, he made the incredibly tough choice to step away from the Liberty University football program so he could focus entirely on finishing his electrical engineering degree. Most players wouldn’t dream of putting their career on hold for a textbook, but Miles knew how much work that degree required.
Stepping away from the gridiron requires immense discipline, especially for a grueling major like electrical engineering. Yet, that analytical processing speed is exactly what offensive coordinator Zach Kittley needs. If McEachin can map out complex electrical grids, breaking down a disguised Big 12 defensive coverage might just be second nature.
He spent the last year studying and stayed away from football. But he always planned to return to the game once he had his diploma in hand. Now that he’s just two weeks away from graduation, he’s looking to use his final three years of eligibility to lead a top-tier Tech program.
Even though the hype and everything are real, we’re still waiting to see if Coach McGuire will actually pull the trigger on this. Bet the Tech front office is going to bed thinking about the QB role. With spring practice finished, the clock is ticking to find a solution, and the team’s hopes may ultimately hinge on whether Sorsby can return at all.
How are things looking for Brendan Sorsby?
As of right now, things aren’t looking great for Brendan Sorsby making a quick comeback. Texas Tech has officially stated there’s no timetable for his return because they’re prioritizing his health while he’s in a residential treatment program for his gambling addiction.
The real “monster under the bed” for Sorsby is the NCAA investigation. While he’s getting help, investigators are digging into those 3,000+ bets he allegedly placed. The absolute worst-case scenario would be, and it’s a very real one, that he could get a lifetime ban from college sports. NCAA rules are super strict when it comes to gambling. If you bet on your own team (like he reportedly did at Indiana), you’re usually done for good. If that happens, he’ll never get to suit up for the Red Raiders, regardless of how his rehab goes.
And if the NCAA does kick him out, his next move would probably be looking at the pros. Before all this drama, Sorsby was actually projected as a first-round NFL draft pick for 2027. He could try to enter a supplemental draft or even look at leagues like the UFL.
Like they say in Chicago, “When it rains, it pours.” That’s how it’s been going on for Brendon Sorsby. His old school, Cincinnati, is suing him for $1 million over his NIL contract, claiming he broke their deal when he left for Texas Tech. So, between the rehab, the NCAA probe, and the lawsuit, he’s got a mountain of stuff to deal with before he can even think about throwing a football again. With his career, finances, and personal health on the line, Sorsby’s future now depends on far more than just his performance on the field.
