Cincinnati Files Lawsuit Against Former QB Brendan Sorsby

School seeks buyout payment after player's transfer to Texas Tech

Feb. 25, 2026 at 9:22pm

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The University of Cincinnati has filed a lawsuit against former quarterback Brendan Sorsby, seeking a buyout payment after he transferred to Texas Tech, according to a report from The Athletic.

Why it matters

Disputes over player transfers and buyout clauses are common in college sports, as schools aim to recoup investments in athletes who leave before fulfilling their commitments.

The details

The lawsuit alleges that Sorsby violated the terms of his contract with Cincinnati by transferring to another school without paying the required buyout fee. Details of the specific buyout amount and contract terms are not yet publicly known.

  • The lawsuit was filed on February 25, 2026.

The players

Brendan Sorsby

A former quarterback for the University of Cincinnati who recently transferred to Texas Tech University.

University of Cincinnati

The public research university that is suing Brendan Sorsby over an alleged breach of contract related to his transfer.

Texas Tech University

The public research university that Brendan Sorsby transferred to after leaving the University of Cincinnati.

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What’s next

The judge presiding over the case will determine whether Cincinnati has grounds to seek the buyout payment from Sorsby.

The takeaway

This lawsuit highlights the complex financial and contractual obligations involved in college athlete transfers, as schools seek to protect their investments in talented players.