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Sorsby Allowed to Play After Gambling Scandal
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- Jun 10, 2026
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Summary
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby just got a temporary reprieve from NCAA sanctions after a judge ruled he can play this season—even though he admitted to gambling on games, including his own team, as a freshman. The NCAA’s usual zero-tolerance stance is being tested, sparking major debate across the Big 12. Commissioner Brett Yormark convened athletic directors to discuss the fallout, calling the talks productive as the league grapples with next steps. Sorsby will sit out the first two games but returns for the Big 12 opener against Houston on September 18. The NCAA is already appealing, and league officials are preparing for a complex, high-stakes decision ahead. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/89f95deea9cfe2ee