Big 12 ADs are reportedly unhappy about the Brendan Sorsby ruling

Key Points:

• Big 12 athletic directors held a "spirited call" with commissioner Brett Yormark to express frustration over Brendan Sorsby's eligibility to play for Texas Tech in the 2026 season after a preliminary injunction blocked NCAA sanctions related to his gambling violations.
• Sorsby, previously ruled permanently ineligible by the NCAA for betting on games while at Indiana, was granted a preliminary injunction by retired Texas judge Ken Curry, preventing further NCAA punishment, though he will still be suspended for Texas Tech’s first two games.
• Most Big 12 athletic directors, except Texas Tech’s Kirby Hocutt, oppose Sorsby’s eligibility and are considering conference-level disciplinary actions under bylaw 3.6, which could include restrictions on postseason appearances or other penalties.
• The Big 12’s final decision requires approval from university presidents and chancellors, with Texas Tech publicly supporting Sorsby but facing pressure to potentially bar him from playing; further meetings are planned to address the issue.
• Commissioner Yormark confirmed ongoing discussions and emphasized continued dialogue among conference leaders as they navigate the broader implications of the Sorsby eligibility situation.