"Brendan Sorsby has left the program to get treated for a gambling addiction. He will enter a residential rehab facility, with an indefinite length of stay."
"Sorsby is being investigated by the NCAA, following the discovery of him making thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a gambling app."
"Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire stated, 'We love Brendan and support his decision to seek professional help. Taking this step requires courage.'"
"Sorsby was known to have bet on Indiana football in 2022 and also on 'balls and strikes' for Cincinnati Reds games."
Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech's quarterback, has left the program to enter a residential rehab facility for gambling addiction. His departure follows an NCAA investigation into his online betting activities, including bets on various sports and specifically on Indiana football during his time with the Hoosiers. Texas Tech's head coach expressed support for Sorsby's decision to seek help. The situation highlights the growing concerns around gambling in college sports, especially with the influx of NIL money influencing player recruitment and behavior.
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