Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to enter NFL Supplemental Draft amid NCAA, Big 12 legal battle

The Big 12 and the NCAA have escalated their legal battles to block Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby from playing following a massive college gambling scandal, just as reports surface that the quarterback plans to bypass the controversy entirely by entering the NFL supplemental draft.

Texas Tech officials address sports betting controversy surrounding transfer QB Brendan Sorsby

Texas Tech University Athletics' top leadership released an unprecedented 21-minute video defending quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s court-ordered return to the field, framing his permanent NCAA gambling ban as a matter of recovering from a medical addiction.

Texas AG warning Big 12 about sanctioning Texas Tech following recent court order regarding Brendan Sorsby

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to leaders of the Big 12 Conference stating that any effort to sanction Texas Tech following a valid court order regarding QB Brendan Sorsby would be a violation of federal and state law and expose the conference and its members to antitrust liability.

NCAA denies Brendan Sorsby reinstatement as Texas Tech QB files lawsuit over sports gambling ban

The NCAA has denied Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby reinstatement for the 2026-27 season over gambling violations, prompting the star player to file a lawsuit following his recent treatment for gambling addiction.

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby seeks treatment for gambling addiction

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is taking an indefinite leave of absence to enter a treatment program for a gambling addiction. 

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby enters rehab facility for gambling addiction, 2026 eligibility in question

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby and the university announced Monday that he will take an “immediate leave of absence" from the football team to enter a treatment facility for a gambling addiction.

Austin 6th Street shooting: Victim identified as Texas Tech student

A Texas Tech student has been identified by Austin police as one of the victims in Sunday's deadly shooting at a 6th Street bar.

Red Raiders’ historic run ends in Orange Bowl shutout to Oregon in CFP Quarterfinal

The No. 4 ranked Texas Tech Red Raider offense was shut out in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal game against No. 5 Oregon Ducks at the Capital One Orange Bowl on Thursday. 

Texas college football teams dominate 2025 bowl season with 9 bids

Nine FBS college football programs in Texas have a bid in notable bowl games this 2025 season. Two programs in the state made the 12-team College Football Playoffs. With Texas Tech enjoying their first round bye in the bracket, and Texas A&M losing in the first round of the playoffs.

Where does free speech end on Texas college campuses?

Following the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, two Texas college students have been expelled and hundreds of teachers are being investigated by the Texas Education Agency for public comments that have sparked a fierce public debate over the limits of freedom of speech.

Texas Tech student expelled after video showing Charlie Kirk rant on campus

An 18-year-old Texas Tech University student is no longer enrolled at the university after a video appearing to show her mocking the death of Charlie Kirk went viral.

State Sen. Brandon Creighton named sole finalist for Texas Tech chancellor

The Texas Tech University Board of Regents on Thursday named state Sen. Brandon Creighton as the lone finalist for its chancellor position.

Texas Tech coach Adams resigns after insensitive comments

Texas Tech coach Mark Adams waited until his team was eliminated before announcing that he was stepping down.

Texas Tech suspends Adams over racially insensitive comment

Athletic director Kirby Hocutt said he was made aware of the incident Friday and issued a written reprimand before deciding to suspend Adams to investigate further.

Kiffin: Texas Tech player spit, possibly used racial slur

Mississippi coach Lane Kiffin said a Texas Tech player spit on one of his players and possibly used a racial slur Wednesday night in the Texas Bowl.

Hackers release LAUSD data after ransom denied

The school district opened a phone line for parents to call regarding the cyberattack.