Texas Tech football HC Joey McGuire breaks silence on Brendan Sorsby ruling

Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire addressed Brendan Sorsby’s NCAA eligibility ruling on Thursday during Big 12 spring meetings, weighing in publicly after the Red Raiders transfer quarterback received a ruling tied to gambling violations that will ultimately end his collegiate career. The case is relevant for Texas Tech because Sorsby’s status directly affects the Red Raiders’ 2026 outlook at quarterback. The Athletic’s Chris Vannini shared McGuire’s comments on X, formerly Twitter, as the program continues to support Sorsby while preparing to appeal. “I do believe that he made a mistake, I do believe there should be consequences, but it’s my opinion that he shouldn’t be penalized for the rest of this year or his career.” The following story is in development and will be updated shortly. Joey McGuire on Brendan Sorsby: "I do believe that he made a mistake, I do believe there should be consequences, but it's my opinion that he shouldn't be penalized for the rest of this year or his career." — Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini) May 28, 2026