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Top QB Brendan Sorsby Commits to Texas Tech

1/6/2026

Summary

Sorsby Chooses Texas Tech

Brendan Sorsby, the top quarterback in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) transfer portal, committed to Texas Tech after visiting Texas Tech and LSU.
He cited Texas Tech's facilities and positive culture as key factors in his decision.
Sorsby previously played for Cincinnati, throwing 36 touchdowns and 3,380 yards in 2025.
Texas Tech aims to build on its Big 12 championship and plans to boost the roster for 2026.

Summary

Kiffin Targets Leavitt

Lane Kiffin (LSU head coach) is recruiting transfer QBs as January 16 deadline nears.
After losing Brendan Sorsby to Texas Tech, Kiffin targets Arizona State's Sam Leavitt, who will visit LSU.
Sam Leavitt is a dual-threat quarterback who had a strong 2024 but missed most of 2025 due to injury.
If LSU signs him, it could boost chances, as Leavitt is projected to be a first-round NFL pick if healthy.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA introduced the transfer portal in 2019, allowing athletes to switch schools more easily, which has intensified competition among programs. This change followed a broader trend of evolving transfer rules, including the 2021 extension of the one-time transfer exception to all Division I sports. Brendan Sorsby's commitment to Texas Tech, after scoring 36 touchdowns at Cincinnati, highlights the portal's impact on recruiting strategies and team dynamics.

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Sorsby Chooses Texas Tech

Brendan Sorsby, the top quarterback in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) transfer portal, committed to Texas Tech after visiting Texas Tech and LSU.
He cited Texas Tech's facilities and positive culture as key factors in his decision.
Sorsby previously played for Cincinnati, throwing 36 touchdowns and 3,380 yards in 2025.
Texas Tech aims to build on its Big 12 championship and plans to boost the roster for 2026.

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