What Happened
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is set to become eligible for the NFL supplemental draft after agreeing to dismiss his lawsuit against the university. This resolution ends a legal battle concerning sports betting, paving the way for Sorsby's potential entry into the professional league. The NFL's decision on suspension is expected to align with past precedents, suggesting no ban for Sorsby.
The NFL supplemental draft is an uncommon process used for players who did not qualify for the main NFL draft. This situation has drawn attention, with teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly considering Sorsby as a potential quarterback option. The process has a history, having once been the path for notable players like Cris Carter.
Sorsby's departure from Texas Tech and the subsequent dismissal of his lawsuit mark the end of a period of legal and professional uncertainty for the quarterback. His eligibility for the supplemental draft opens up a new avenue for his football career.
Key Facts
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Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby will dismiss his lawsuit.
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The dismissal makes Sorsby eligible for the NFL supplemental draft.
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Sorsby and Texas Tech have agreed to part ways.
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The legal dispute involved sports betting.
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The NFL is unlikely to suspend Brendan Sorsby.
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The NFL supplemental draft is a process for players ineligible for the main draft.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers may consider Sorsby.
