Browns Face Scrutiny Over Quarterback Brendan Sorsby's Draft Path

WHO:

Heavy NFL - Brendan Sorsby, quarterback, Cleveland Browns

ProFootballRumors.com - Todd Monken, head coach of the Cleveland Browns

ProFootballRumors.com - Rich Scangarello, private quarterback coach

ProFootballRumors.com - Kirby Hocutt, athletic director, Texas Tech

ProFootballRumors.com - Lawrence Schovanec, president, Texas Tech

ProFootballRumors.com - Cody Campbell, Texas Tech chairman

NBC Sports - Jeffrey Kessler, lawyer

WHAT:

NBC Sports - Brendan Sorsby was informed by Texas Tech that he would not be allowed to play for the football team during the 2026-27 season, which rendered the relief from his Temporary Injunction Order moot.

NBC Sports - Sorsby’s application for the supplemental draft is likely to become official within the next 24 hours.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby’s next steps include training with his private quarterback coach, Rich Scangarello, ahead of a pro day on July 11 in Dallas.

NBC Sports - Brendan Sorsby is expected to face a suspension similar to Terrelle Pryor's five-game suspension if he is drafted, due to his gambling infractions.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby’s next steps include training with his private quarterback coach, Rich Scangarello, ahead of a pro day on July 11.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is projected to be taken in the second round of the supplemental draft, with analysts noting he may not be selected in the first round due to the risk of forfeiting a 2027 first-round pick.

ProFootballRumors.com - Browns head coach Todd Monken reiterated that the team is unlikely to pursue Sorsby, calling the situation a “slippery slope.”

NBC Sports - If the NFL denies Sorsby a spot in the supplemental draft, lawyer Jeffrey Kessler is expected to file a lawsuit to challenge the decision, similar to a previous lawsuit he filed on Sorsby’s behalf in Texas.

NBC Sports - Brendan Sorsby has formally submitted his application to the NFL for the supplemental draft.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is expected to face a suspension similar to Terrelle Pryor's five-game suspension if he is drafted, due to his gambling infractions.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby’s next steps include training with his private quarterback coach, Rich Scangarello, ahead of a pro day on July 11.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is expected to workout for individual NFL teams as requested, in addition to his pro day on July 11.

ProFootballRumors.com - Some analysts believe Sorsby could have been a top-15 pick in the regular draft, while others grade him as a Day 2 quarterback.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby has posted a statement on social media expressing his appreciation for the support he received and his commitment to "being the best I can be both on and off the field."

ProFootballRumors.com - Texas Tech chairman Cody Campbell stated that the school will not seek the return of any NIL money already paid out to Sorsby.

ProFootballRumors.com - Campbell also mentioned the need for reform in college sports and advocated for the Protect College Sports Act of 2026.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is expected to workout for individual NFL teams as requested, in addition to his pro day on July 10.

ProFootballRumors.com - Some analysts see Sorsby as a first-round talent who may have been a top-15 pick in this year’s relatively weak quarterback class.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby has a “really good shot to go in the second round” of the supplemental draft, according to analyst Albert Breer.

ProFootballRumors.com - Browns head coach Todd Monken noted that the front office will still do its due diligence over the next month regarding Sorsby.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby has not spoken publicly about his gambling issues, but he will face questions from team decision-makers.

ProFootballRumors.com - Texas Tech chairman Cody Campbell stated that Sorsby, not Texas Tech, filed the lawsuit and sought the injunction that restored his eligibility.

NBC Sports - If the NFL denies Sorsby a spot in the supplemental draft, lawyer Jeffrey Kessler likely would file a lawsuit aimed at forcing the league to include him.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is expected to workout for individual NFL teams as requested, in addition to his pro day on July 11.

ProFootballRumors.com - Some analysts believe Sorsby could have been a top-15 pick in the regular draft, while others grade him as a Day 2 quarterback.

NBC Sports - If Sorsby is ruled ineligible for the supplemental draft, lawyer Jeffrey Kessler is likely to file a lawsuit to challenge the decision, similar to a previous lawsuit he filed on Sorsby’s behalf in Texas.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby may face a suspension similar to Terrelle Pryor's five-game suspension if he is drafted, as the NFL could impose a penalty based on his gambling infractions.

ProFootballRumors.com - Browns head coach Todd Monken reiterated that the team is unlikely to pursue Sorsby, calling the situation a “slippery slope.”

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is expected to train with his private quarterback coach, Rich Scangarello, ahead of a pro day on July 10 at Carroll High School in Southlake, Texas.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is projected to be a second-round pick in the supplemental draft, with some analysts suggesting he could have been a top-15 pick in the regular draft.

ProFootballRumors.com - Texas Tech chairman Cody Campbell stated that the school will not seek the return of any NIL money already paid out to Sorsby.

ProFootballRumors.com - Campbell also mentioned the need for reform in college sports and advocated for the Protect College Sports Act of 2026.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is expected to train with Rich Scangarello ahead of a pro day on July 11.

NBC Sports - Sorsby will not have union protection until he is drafted or signs an NFL contract.

ProFootballRumors.com - If the NFL denies Sorsby a spot in the supplemental draft, lawyer Jeffrey Kessler is likely to file a lawsuit similar to one he filed on Sorsby’s behalf in Texas.

NBC Sports - If the NFL denies Sorsby a spot in the supplemental draft, a lawsuit may be filed by Jeffrey Kessler to challenge the decision.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is expected to train with his private quarterback coach, Rich Scangarello, ahead of a pro day on July 10 at Carroll High School in Southlake, Texas.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is projected to be a second-round pick in the supplemental draft, with some analysts suggesting he could have been a first-round talent.

ProFootballRumors.com - Browns head coach Todd Monken expressed that he would not be in favor of adding Sorsby to Cleveland’s quarterback room, calling the situation a “slippery slope.”

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is projected to be a second-round pick in the supplemental draft, with some analysts suggesting he could have been a top-15 pick in the regular draft.

ProFootballRumors.com - Texas Tech chairman Cody Campbell stated that the school will not seek the return of any NIL money already paid out to Sorsby.

ProFootballRumors.com - Campbell also mentioned the need for reform in college sports and advocated for the Protect College Sports Act of 2026.

ProFootballRumors.com - Brendan Sorsby has submitted his application to enter the NFL’s supplemental draft.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is expected to train with Rich Scangarello ahead of a pro day on July 11.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby is projected to be a second-round pick in the supplemental draft.

NBC Sports - Sorsby will not have union protection until he is drafted or signs an NFL contract.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby has not publicly addressed his gambling issues.

WHERE:

ProFootballRumors.com - Dallas, where Sorsby will hold his pro day.

WHEN:

ProFootballRumors.com - The NFL supplemental draft is scheduled for late July.

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby’s pro day is on July 11.

WHY:

NBC Sports - Agent Ron Slavin stated that Sorsby felt pressured by Texas Tech to enter the supplemental draft, indicating that the school wanted to move on from a difficult situation.

NBC Sports - Sorsby’s decision to enter the supplemental draft was influenced by pressure from Texas Tech, as stated by his agent Ron Slavin, who noted that the school wanted to move on from a difficult situation.

ProFootballRumors.com - Texas Tech chairman Cody Campbell emphasized that the supplemental draft is “the only viable and fair path for Brendan and his future, as well as for his teammates, and our university,” amid ongoing legal disputes.

ProFootballRumors.com - Texas Tech chairman Cody Campbell emphasized that Sorsby and Texas Tech "stand on very solid and legitimate legal ground" regarding his eligibility issues.

ProFootballRumors.com - Texas Tech chairman Cody Campbell stated that Sorsby, not Texas Tech, filed the lawsuit and sought the injunction that restored his eligibility, emphasizing that the supplemental draft is “the only viable and fair path for Brendan and his future.”

ProFootballRumors.com - Sorsby’s decision to enter the supplemental draft follows legal disputes regarding his NCAA eligibility due to gambling infractions.

ProFootballRumors.com - The Browns are unlikely to pursue Sorsby due to concerns over his off-field activities.

HOW:

NBC Sports - If Sorsby is denied a spot in the supplemental draft, lawyer Jeffrey Kessler is expected to file a lawsuit to challenge the decision, similar to a previous lawsuit he filed on Sorsby’s behalf in Texas.

NBC Sports - If the NFL denies Sorsby a spot in the supplemental draft, lawyer Jeffrey Kessler is expected to file a lawsuit aimed at forcing the league to include him, similar to a previous lawsuit he filed on Sorsby’s behalf in Texas.

NBC Sports - If the NFL denies Sorsby a spot in the supplemental draft, lawyer Jeffrey Kessler is likely to file a lawsuit similar to one he filed on Sorsby’s behalf in Texas.

NBC Sports - If the NFL denies Sorsby a spot in the supplemental draft, a lawsuit may be filed by Jeffrey Kessler to challenge the decision.

Brendan Sorsby has been informed by Texas Tech that he will not be allowed to play for the football team during the upcoming 2026-27 season, making the relief from his Temporary Injunction Order irrelevant. His application for the supplemental draft is expected to become official within the next 24 hours, and he plans to train with his private quarterback coach, Rich Scangarello, ahead of a pro day scheduled for July 11 in Dallas. If Sorsby is denied a spot in the supplemental draft, his lawyer, Jeffrey Kessler, is prepared to file a lawsuit to challenge the decision, similar to a previous lawsuit he filed on Sorsby’s behalf in Texas.