Former University of Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby is reportedly seeking treatment for a gambling addiction. According to a report from ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Sorsby’s decision to seek treatment came “in the wake of the discovery of Sorsby making thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a gambling app.”Thamel says the discovery jeopardizes Sorsby’s eligibility for the upcoming season.Thamel also reports that the NCAA is investigating Sorsby’s gambling, citing sources. The NCAA forbids athletes from betting on both college and professional sports.According to Thamel’s report, Sorsby bet on Indiana football while a redshirt for the Hoosiers as a true freshman in 2022. That season, he played in one game as a reserve.ESPN’s report does not mention betting activity during Sorsby’s time with the Bearcats, which spanned the 2024 and 2025 seasons.Sorsby’s gambling has not drawn the attention of law enforcement, nor has he been linked to anyone attempting to influence the outcome of a game, Thamel says. Citing sources, Thamel says Sorsby’s gambling was “a steady flurry of small bets over a period of time.”Another report from On3 Sports’ Pete Nakos said Sorsby placed bets while at Cincinnati Reds games, with live wagers on balls and strikes. According to Nakos, Sorsby’s bets ranged from $2.50 to less than $1. Thamel says his situation is being treated as “a mental health issue,” and there is no timetable for treatment.Sorsby was one of the most sought-after players in the transfer portal this past offseason, announcing his move from UC to Texas Tech in January.In February, UC filed a lawsuit against Sorsby, alleging a breach of contract. The school sought $1 million from its former quarterback.In two seasons for the Bearcats, Sorsby recorded 45 touchdowns to just 12 interceptions, including 27 touchdowns this past season. He totaled 2,800 or more passing yards in each of his two years in Clifton.
Former University of Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby is reportedly seeking treatment for a gambling addiction.
According to a report from ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Sorsby’s decision to seek treatment came “in the wake of the discovery of Sorsby making thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a gambling app.”
Thamel says the discovery jeopardizes Sorsby’s eligibility for the upcoming season.
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Former UC quarterback Brendan Sorsby reportedly bet on college football games while at Indiana.
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Thamel also reports that the NCAA is investigating Sorsby’s gambling, citing sources. The NCAA forbids athletes from betting on both college and professional sports.
According to Thamel’s report, Sorsby bet on Indiana football while a redshirt for the Hoosiers as a true freshman in 2022. That season, he played in one game as a reserve.
ESPN’s report does not mention betting activity during Sorsby’s time with the Bearcats, which spanned the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Sorsby’s gambling has not drawn the attention of law enforcement, nor has he been linked to anyone attempting to influence the outcome of a game, Thamel says. Citing sources, Thamel says Sorsby’s gambling was “a steady flurry of small bets over a period of time.”
Another report from On3 Sports’ Pete Nakos said Sorsby placed bets while at Cincinnati Reds games, with live wagers on balls and strikes. According to Nakos, Sorsby’s bets ranged from $2.50 to less than $1.
Thamel says his situation is being treated as “a mental health issue,” and there is no timetable for treatment.
Sorsby was one of the most sought-after players in the transfer portal this past offseason, announcing his move from UC to Texas Tech in January.
In February, UC filed a lawsuit against Sorsby, alleging a breach of contract. The school sought $1 million from its former quarterback.
In two seasons for the Bearcats, Sorsby recorded 45 touchdowns to just 12 interceptions, including 27 touchdowns this past season. He totaled 2,800 or more passing yards in each of his two years in Clifton.