Texas HC Steve Sarkisian Texted Texas Tech HC Amid Brendan Sorsby Drama
Summary
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian reached out to Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire during a difficult time involving Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby. Sorsby, who went to rehab for a gambling addiction, faced eligibility issues with the Big 12 and NCAA, and Texas Tech decided he will not play in the 2026 season.Key Facts
- Brendan Sorsby entered rehab for a gambling addiction in Arizona this spring.
- Texas Tech tried to reinstate Sorsby for the 2026 season but faced opposition from the Big 12 and NCAA.
- Texas Tech ultimately decided Sorsby will not play in the 2026 college football season.
- Sorsby is preparing for the 2027 NFL Draft as the supplemental draft was not used.
- During the Big 12 Media Days, McGuire said coaches, including Eric Morris and Steve Sarkisian, checked in with him about the Sorsby situation.
- Sarkisian’s comments about Texas Tech’s schedule earlier this spring caused tension between the two schools.
- Despite the tension, Sarkisian reached out to support McGuire during the controversy.
- Texas Tech challenged Texas to a Week 1 football game after Sarkisian made comments about Texas' strength with backup players.
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