Texas Tech Quarterback to Enter Treatment for Gambling Addiction
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
TEXAS – Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby will enter a residential treatment program for gambling addiction, the university confirmed to NBC News on Monday. NCAA rules prohibit athletes, coaches, and athletic department staff from betting on college or professional sports. Additionally, in 2025, Division I universities voted to revoke a rule that would have allowed betting on professional sports. According to NCAA regulations, 'players who bet on their own games' could face permanent loss of eligibility in all sports. Sorsby may appeal any potential sanctions. The NCAA told NBC News that, due to confidentiality rules, 'it will not comment on current, pending, or potential investigations.' 'Nonetheless, the NCAA takes sports betting very seriously and is committed to protecting the well-being of student-athletes and the integrity of competition. The Association works with integrity monitoring services, state regulators, and other stakeholders to conduct due diligence whenever reports are received.' Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire stated in a release: 'We care deeply about Brendan and support his decision to seek professional help. Taking this step requires courage, and our top priority is him as a person. Our program stands with Brendan as he prioritizes his health.' Through a spokesperson, Texas Tech affirmed its commitment to 'supporting Brendan during his recovery process and ensuring his long-term health and well-being.' The institution added that it would not make further comments to 'protect the integrity of the recovery process.' Sorsby, 22, began his college career at Indiana and left the school after two years. He spent the last two seasons at Cincinnati before transferring to Texas Tech in January. Sorsby was heavily recruited when he entered the transfer portal and was considered a prospect for next year’s NFL Draft. In his final season at Cincinnati, Sorsby threw for 2,800 yards and 27 touchdowns. He also rushed for 580 yards and scored nine additional touchdowns. This story was originally written in English by Rohan Nadkarni of our sister network NBC News. This story was translated from English with the help of a generative AI tool. A Telemundo Digital editor reviewed the translation.