Texas Tech transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby will take an “immediate indefinite leave of absence” from the football program to enter a residential treatment facility for gambling addiction, the school and Sorsby announced in a joint statement Monday. Sorsby was in line to make more than $5 million this year after transferring to Texas Tech as ESPN’s No. 1 ranked transfer in the portal rankings.
“We love Brendan and support his decision to seek professional help,” head football coach Joey McGuire said. “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.”
Sorsby made thousands of bets through an online app, including for multiple sports, according to ESPN, including betting on an Indiana football game while he was redshirting for the Hoosiers in 2022. The NCAA has reportedly opened an investigation into Sorsby’s betting activity, as college athletes are not allowed to bet on college or pro sports. Sorsby is in jeopardy of losing his remaining NCAA eligibility.
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Texas Tech transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby will take an “immediate indefinite leave of absence” from the football program to enter a residential treatment facility for gambling addiction, the school and Sorsby announced in a joint statement Monday. Sorsby was in line to make more than $5 million this year after transferring to Texas Tech as ESPN’s No. 1 ranked transfer in the portal rankings.
“We love Brendan and support his decision to seek professional help,” head football coach Joey McGuire said. “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.”
Sorsby made thousands of bets through an online app, including for multiple sports, according to ESPN, including betting on an Indiana football game while he was redshirting for the Hoosiers in 2022. The NCAA has reportedly opened an investigation into Sorsby’s betting activity, as college athletes are not allowed to bet on college or pro sports. Sorsby is in jeopardy of losing his remaining NCAA eligibility.
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