Brendan Sorsby, a former Indiana University quarterback, will be eligible for the 2027 NFL Draft after the league denied his request to enter the supplemental draft. According to a memo circulated by the NFL to all 32 teams, Sorsby will not pursue legal action against the league following the decision.

Sorsby's college football career ended prematurely when the NCAA imposed a ban on him for gambling violations. The infractions reportedly included betting on professional sports events as well as wagering on games involving his own college team during the 2022 season. These actions led to his ineligibility to continue playing collegiate football.

The NFL supplemental draft is generally reserved for players who become eligible for professional play after the regular draft deadline, often due to unforeseen circumstances. Sorsby petitioned the league for entry into this supplemental draft, seeking to begin his professional career sooner despite his NCAA ban.

The league’s decision to deny the petition means Sorsby will have to wait until the standard 2027 NFL Draft to pursue a career in professional football. The memo to teams indicates that, while disappointed, Sorsby will abide by the league’s ruling and not challenge it in court.

This development closes the current chapter for Sorsby, who has been a subject of scrutiny following the gambling scandal that ended his college tenure. The NFL’s stance reinforces its policies regarding draft eligibility and maintains its position on handling cases involving players with disciplinary issues related to gambling.