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TheUniversity of Cincinnatibecame the latest university to sue one of its former players, claiming that former quarterback Brendan Sorsby violated his name, image and likeness (NIL) deal after transferring to Texas Tech last month.
In a lawsuit filed in the U.S.District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, the university alleged that Sorsby did not pay the$1 million buyout feethat was due within 30 days of transferring out of the program.
Brendan Sorsby (2) of the Cincinnati Bearcats laughs during warmups before their game against the Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Nov.1, 2025.(Chris Gardner/Getty Images)
He signed with the Bearcats in July 2025, and his deal was for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.
Brendan Sorsby (2) of the Cincinnati Bearcats scrambles during the first half against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G.Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, on Nov.29, 2025.(Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
“To my teammates, I appreciate you guys more than you know.I’ll never forget all the memories we’ve shared on and off the field.All the highs and lows that we’ve been through, I wouldn’t trade for anything.
“After a lot of prayer and thoughtful consideration, I have decided to enter the transfer portal.”
Shortly after, he announced his commitment to Texas Tech.
Sorsby’s agent, Ron Slavin, told The AP that he plans to fight the lawsuit, adding that the college football player was paid $875,800 by the university but that he earned much more for the program during his tenure there.
“In that time, he generated millions in value for the program.Attempting to recover those funds now sends the wrong message to current and future student-athletes and risks damaging the long-term credibility of Cincinnati football,” Slavin said.“This is further disappointing given that Brendan parted ways with UC in what was a mutually agreeable manner.The money the university seeks to recover from him is nothing more than an unlawful penalty underOhio law.”
Future Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby shouts during the first half of the game between the Houston Cougars and the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas, on Jan.24, 2026.(John E.Moore III/Getty Images)
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The lawsuit comes amid a tumultuous time forcollege athletics.
Demond Williams Jr.attempted to transfer from Washington, but the university threatened to enforce its $4 million buyout on the quarterback, prompting him to rescind his transfer announcement.Duke sued and settled with quarterback Darian Mensah before he finally transferred to Miami.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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