The NFL has informed teams that it will not hold a Supplemental Draft this season, closing QB Brendan Sorsby's path to playing in the NFL in 2026. He'll now be eligible for the 2027 NFL Draft. Sorsby applied after the NCAA ruled him ineligible for the college season because of gambling violations, including his admission that he bet on Indiana while redshirting there as a freshman, along with more evidence linking him to proxy betting and bets on other sports. A big year at Texas Tech could have made him a potential first-round pick in 2027, but now he will likely spend the year preparing for the draft instead of playing football.
What They're Saying
Ian Rapoport, NFL Network “The NFL has informed teams that it will NOT be holding a Supplemental Draft, meaning Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby will not be eligible to enter the NFL in 2026.”
Dynasty Impact
The CBA lets the league decide whether to hold a Supplemental Draft, and this year it chose not to.
This decision saves dynasty commissioners from having to decide how to handle Sorsby.
Sorsby’s lawyer plans to discuss the decision with the NFLPA, but the NFL still appears unlikely to change it.
Sorsby could still be a Day 2 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, though a year away from football could hamper his chances. His highlight plays showcase a player who can throw the ball to every level with sharp zip and good mechanics. He also adds a rushing element to his game, similar to Bo Nix, that can be used in scripted runs and scrambles.
But a year away from the game and the off field gambling issues could push him down into Day 3.
