New Intel reveals exactly why the NFL decided to forego a Supplemental Draft despite quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s application
The Brendan Sorsby situation has been a long and winding road that has seemingly reached a head. But what was the final nail in the coffin? What made the NFL decide to forego a Supplemental Draft? We have the answers.
The dust has seemingly settled when it comes to the Brendan Sorsby situation but the questions still linger. Sorsby and his representation won at every step of the way, defeating the NCAA and winning his eligibility back before Texas Tech and Sorsby decided to mutually part ways.
So then came the application for the NFL Supplemental Draft, which many in the media assumed would happen. Until the NFL rejected Sorsby’s application and decided not to hold the event. Then came news that Sorsby would file suit against the NFL for violating the CBA, but he has since rescinded that statement, and his full focus is now on the 2027 NFL Draft. So how did we get here? And why did the NFL decide not to have a supply draft? A to Z Sports spoke to sources to find out.
Brendan Sorsby 2025 stats
- 2,800 passing yards.
- 27 passing touchdowns.
- 61.6% completion percentage.
NFL put its foot down with Brendan Sorsby
“This was the NFL coming in and putting their foot down. Let’s be honest, you can do a lot of things in the league and they will turn the other cheek, but they have always, and will always remain steadfast when it comes to gambling.”
“You see that after his legal representation said they would file suit against the NFL, Sorsby backed off that stance. They know that he has to take his punishment, continue to get the help he needs, and get ready for the 2027 class.“
The glass half full view for Sorsby
Sorsby still has some advantages here. Of course, he wanted to play football in 2026 in some capacity, whether it was collegiate or pro, but that no longer being in the cards may be a blessing in disguise.
For one, Sorsby can truly focus on the root of all this, his gambling addiction. That can be the driving force in his day. But second, Sorsby can use his time to prepare for the All-Star Circuit, NFL Combine, and his Pro Day, which the NFL has already said he’s eligible for.
He can show up to those events injury-free, clear-minded, media-trained, and in the best shape of his life. And oh, the money he was going to get from Texas Tech to play, well, he gets to keep that as the University has stated they will not be seeking a return.
So this is clearly a take-your-medicine, get-better-on-the-other-side approach, and that’s probably best for Sorsby.