Cardinals could now bid on Texas Tech QB Sorsby in supplemental draft
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby applied to enter the NFL supplemental draft after losing NCAA eligibility due to gambling violations, potentially allowing the Arizona Cardinals to bid on him with a draft pick. The supplemental draft could occur in mid-July, with Sorsby projected as a second- or third-round selection if teams overlook his off-field issues, given the Cardinals’ quarterback uncertainty.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has filed to enter the NFL supplemental draft, ending his collegiate eligibility after NCAA gambling violations. The NCAA ruled him permanently ineligible in May, but a judge later allowed him to play in the 2026 season—until opponents protested, forcing Texas Tech to suspend him for two games. The supplemental draft, set for mid-July, lets ineligible players join the NFL immediately, with teams bidding draft picks for their rights. Sorsby, a highly regarded prospect with a strong arm but decision-making flaws, could fetch a second- or third-round pick if teams accept his risks. The Arizona Cardinals, lacking a clear quarterback solution, might bid a draft round to secure his services. If no higher bid emerges, they’d lose their 2027 third-round pick in exchange for Sorsby’s rights. The supplemental draft’s filing deadline is June 22, with the draft itself expected in July. Sorsby’s eligibility hinges on the NFL’s approval of his application, which would mark the conclusion of his collegiate career. His off-field issues remain a concern, but his talent could outweigh them for teams in need of quarterback depth.
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