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Jeffrey Kessler: Exclusion of Brendan Sorsby from supplemental draft violates the CBA

The NFL's decision to cancel the 2026 supplemental draft blocks Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's path to the pros.

By · Published June 24, 2026  22:04 UTC · Updated July 7, 2026  03:36 UTC

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The NFL informed teams and Brendan Sorsby that it would not hold a supplemental draft in 2026. This decision blocked the Texas Tech quarterback from the process.

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  • Primary Driver: The NFL's decision to cancel the 2026 supplemental draft blocks Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's path to the pros.
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The NFL has announced it will not hold a supplemental draft in 2026. This decision affects Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who was expected to enter the draft. The cancellation means Sorsby will not have the opportunity to be selected by an NFL team this year. Coverage emphasizes the impact on Sorsby's career and the unusual nature of the NFL's decision.

Reports from USA Today, NFL.com, FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth, and ESPN highlight the cancellation and its implications. USA Today provides background on Sorsby's high school football career. ESPN offers details on what the decision means for Sorsby and the supplemental draft process. The next steps for Sorsby are unclear.

Coverage does not yet specify whether he will remain at Texas Tech or explore other options. The NFL's rationale for canceling the draft remains unexplained.

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Who is Brendan Sorsby?

Brendan Sorsby is a quarterback who played high school football in Texas and currently plays for Texas Tech.

What is the NFL supplemental draft?

The NFL supplemental draft is an annual event where eligible college football players who did not enter the previous year's draft can be selected by NFL teams.

Why was the 2026 supplemental draft canceled?

The NFL has not yet provided a reason for canceling the 2026 supplemental draft.

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