Why the Big 12 Went Nuclear in the Brendan Sorsby Case 👀

Pete Thamel and Dan Wetzel unpack the latest twist in the Brendan Sorsby saga, including the Big 12’s aggressive response and Texas Tech’s role in the controversy. Plus, they identify the saga’s biggest winners and losers, discuss how Texas Tech will be viewed moving forward, and how college sports can fix a system that continues to invite legal challenges. 0:00 - Welcome 0:30 - Brendan Sorsby saga: The Big 12’s big move 6:18 - Brendan Sorsby saga: How Texas Tech folded 11:06 - The growing abuse of temporary injunctions 14:58 - Could Cincinnati or Indiana have known? 23:37 - Brendan Sorsby saga: Winners and losers 29:13 - Michigan weighs in 34:35 - How will Texas Tech be viewed this season? 38:31 - Can Congress make an eligibility rule? 44:28 - Who will be Texas Tech’s QB1? 47:12 - The perfect idea for a commercial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: ‘Overreaction Tuesday,’ Knicks Dynasty Debate, plus ESPN CFB Analyst Josh Pate

Knicks fan Rich ponders the possibility of a New York dynasty with many more NBA titles for Jalen Brunson and company for years to come. In ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ Rich weighs in on the San Antonio Spurs, Jalen Brunson, the World Cup, and more. ESPN CFB Analyst Josh Pate and Rich discuss the ripple effect of Brendan Sorsby abandoning his quest to play for Texas Tech next season to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: NFL Insider Tom Pelissero Talks Brendan Sorsby, plus Raiders’ 2026 Realistic Expectations

NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich break down Brendan Sorsby entering the NFL Supplemental Draft including why the QB bailed on returning to Texas Tech despite winning a recent court injunction, the possibility he enters the league under a suspension for his college gambling scandal, which teams would roll the dice on him this summer, and more. Rich plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game’ with an optimistic Las Vegas Raiders fan. Rich and Cowboys fan TJ react to George Pickens showing up at Dallas’ mandatory minicamp, and discuss Baker Mayfield’s contract situation with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Brendan Sorby to NFL Supplemental Draft Reaction, plus ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan

Rich weighs in on Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby abandoning his quest to play for the Red Raiders to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft instead. ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan and Rich break down the “absolutely incredible” NL Cy Young Award race between the Phillies’ Cristopher Sanchez, the Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, and Brewers’ emerging star Jacob Misiorowski, discusses Tarik Skubal’s early return from elbow surgery and the likelihood the Tigers will deal their ace before the trade deadline, which other big name players could be dealt this summer, the surprising rise of the Chicago White Sox and Washington Nationals, and more. Rich and the guys debate if they’re buying more stock in the Miami Dolphins or New York Jets, and react to the explosion of Instagram followers for Cape Verde goaltender Vozinha’s following his country’s 0-0 World Cup draw with Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Supplemental Draft

Brendan Sorsby will apply for the NFL Supplemental Draft. How interested will teams be in him? Where would be the most likely landing spot for him? Also, Canty's power rankings of the top 5 NBA trades he wants to see this offseason. Where could Giannis land? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko talks with Greg McElroy about the expectations in College Station, the growth of Marcel Reed, what new offensive coordinator Holmon Wiggins will bring, how the Aggies will handle a brutal SEC schedule and much more. Plus, Elko is just one of a handful of coaches entering year 3 at their respective schools so McElroy ask the questions: what will Cignetti do following up a National Championship, what Kalen DeBoer can do to appease Alabama fans, and watch out for Manny Diaz (Duke) and Jedd Fisch (Washington).

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko talks with Greg McElroy about the expectations in College Station, the growth of Marcel Reed, what new offensive coordinator Holmon Wiggins will bring, how the Aggies will handle a brutal SEC schedule and much more. Plus, Elko is just one of a handful of coaches entering year 3 at their respective schools so McElroy ask the questions: what will Cignetti do following up a National Championship, what Kalen DeBoer can do to appease Alabama fans, and watch out for Manny Diaz (Duke) and Jedd Fisch (Washington). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Big 12 sued Texas Tech hours before Sorsby's exit

Before Brendan Sorsby decided to enter the NFL supplemental draft, the Big 12 Monday filed a suit seeking both a declaratory judgment and injunctive relief to allow the league the authority to use bylaws to potentially punish the Texas Tech quarterback.

Hour 2: Patty the Caddy

Can you claim that you went to a sporting event if you didn't have a ticket and just watched it from outside? Then, the crew talks about Texas Tech's defense of Brendan Sorsby being able to play before reacting to NCAA President Charlie Baker's comments. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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AG warns Big 12 if TTU punished for Sorsby case

Texas AG Ken Paxton sent a letter to Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark and board of directors chairman Douglas Girod, notifying the league it would be exposed to "substantial liability" if it takes action against Texas Tech for playing Brendan Sorsby.