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Texas Tech QB Sorsby Leaves Amid 20K Betting Probe

5/7/2026

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Sorsby Takes Leave

Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech quarterback, took a leave of absence after allegations he placed over 20,000 bets in four years.
The NCAA opened an investigation while Sorsby entered treatment for a gambling addiction.
NFL scouts may evaluate him in the supplemental draft if the investigation produces damning evidence.
The landscape includes 39 states that have legalized sports gambling and two Cleveland Guardians pitchers facing charges for fixing single-pitch bets.

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Sorsby Underage Betting

Sorsby placed bets through apps Hard Rock Bet, BetMGM, DraftKings, PrizePicks and bet365.
Wagers before he turned 21 may heighten Indiana Gaming Commission’s probe.
He allegedly made live bets on Cincinnati Reds games while at University of Cincinnati in the 2024-25 season.
Indiana confirmed its investigation while Ohio’s Casino Control Commission declined a Freedom of Information request.
Regulators previously sanctioned Brad Bohannon and Bert Neff, suggesting possible penalties for Sorsby.

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Sorsby Takes Leave

Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech quarterback, took a leave of absence after allegations he placed over 20,000 bets in four years.
The NCAA opened an investigation while Sorsby entered treatment for a gambling addiction.
NFL scouts may evaluate him in the supplemental draft if the investigation produces damning evidence.
The landscape includes 39 states that have legalized sports gambling and two Cleveland Guardians pitchers facing charges for fixing single-pitch bets.

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