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Sorsby Faces Eligibility Loss, Draft Interest Amid Betting Probe

5/9/2026

Summary

Story summary

Brendan Sorsby faces NCAA eligibility loss after a probe logged 10,000 wagers, including Indiana football bets, while posting 2,800 passing yards, 27 touchdowns, five interceptions and 1,305 rushing yards with 22 touchdowns in 2025.
Analyst Todd McShay said a supplemental-draft pick could be used on Sorsby if his issues are resolved, prompting the Jets and Browns to evaluate him.
The NFL supplemental draft, operating since 1977, uses sealed future-pick bids.

History

Historical Context

The University of Miami’s football program has faced repeated NCAA scrutiny. A 1995 ruling cited more than $412,000 in excessive aid and imposed scholarship cuts, while a 2011 investigation of booster Nevin Shapiro uncovered a $2 million benefit scheme spanning 2002-2010. These precedents have heightened league vigilance toward later gambling allegations involving Miami athletes.

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Story summary

Brendan Sorsby faces NCAA eligibility loss after a probe logged 10,000 wagers, including Indiana football bets, while posting 2,800 passing yards, 27 touchdowns, five interceptions and 1,305 rushing yards with 22 touchdowns in 2025.
Analyst Todd McShay said a supplemental-draft pick could be used on Sorsby if his issues are resolved, prompting the Jets and Browns to evaluate him.
The NFL supplemental draft, operating since 1977, uses sealed future-pick bids.

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