Brendan Sorsby, a transfer QB from Cincinnati, will check into a treatment program for a gambling addiction, according to an announcement from the school on Monday. Sorsby will enter treatment amid an NCAA investigation, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, in which Sorsby reportedly made “thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a gambling app.”

Sorsby, 22, reportedly made several bets on Indiana football during his time as a true freshman with the Hooisers in 2022. Sorsby bet on Indiana to win in his reported wagers, and he did not enter any of the contests in question. Regardless, he is now under investigation by the NCAA, whose bylaws state those caught sports betting can face permanent loss of collegiate eligibility.

There is no reported timetable for Sorsby’s return from treatment. The NCAA has yet to levy a punishment against Sorsby as of Monday. 

“Texas Tech’s primary focus remains on fostering an environment where student-athletes feel empowered to prioritize their mental health and seek professional assistance,” Texas Tech officials said in a statement released Monday. “To protect the integrity of the recovery process, Texas Tech will have no further comment on Brendan’s status or treatment progress at this time. We kindly ask the media and the public to respect the privacy of Brendan and his family.”

Sorsby starred under center for Cincinnati in the last two seasons after two years at Indiana. He tallied 45 touchdown passes and just 12 interceptions in 24 starts with the Bearcats in 2024 and 2025, and he then transferred to Texas Tech in January. Sorsby reportedly received a $5 million NIL commitment upon joining the Red Raiders, set to lead a team once again sporting College Football Playoff aspirations in 2026.Â