University of Cincinnati Disputes Agent's Claim It Knew of Sorsby's Gambling

The University of Cincinnati athletic department on Wednesday disputed allegations from Brendan Sorsby's agent that the school was aware of the quarterback's gambling problem and failed to act. The university stated in a formal statement that all student-athletes receive extensive gambling education throughout the year and that the school would never knowingly play an athlete who violated NCAA sports wagering regulations. "If we ever became aware of impermissible wagering, we would report to the NCAA and comply with sanctions," the athletic department said.

Sorsby's agent, Ron Slavin, made the claims during an interview with KRLD radio in Dallas. The allegations come amid an ongoing dispute between Sorsby and the university. The NCAA previously banned Sorsby from competition for gambling activity in 2022 while he was on the roster at Indiana, including placing wagers on his own team and betting on professional sports. Sorsby subsequently underwent treatment at a residential program for a diagnosed gambling addiction and sued the NCAA, gaining a court-ordered reinstatement that drew widespread criticism directed at Texas Tech, where he attempted to transfer.

Sorsby has since withdrawn his legal battle with the NCAA to play for Texas Tech and declared for the NFL supplemental draft on Tuesday, with a Monday deadline to formally file. The rarely used offseason process is designed for prospects ineligible for the standard draft. He is planning to work out for NFL teams on July 10 at a Dallas-area high school.

Meanwhile, the University of Cincinnati filed a lawsuit against Sorsby in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio in February, accusing him of breaching his name, image and likeness contract following his transfer to Texas Tech. Slavin has stated that pursuing legal action against his client is misguided and that Sorsby intends to fight the lawsuit and any resulting damages.

During his final season with Cincinnati, Sorsby passed for 2,800 yards with 27 touchdowns and five interceptions, while also rushing for 580 yards and nine scores.