Cincinnati Denies Knowing About Sorsby Gambling

The University of Cincinnati has denied allegations that it knowingly allowed quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play while violating NCAA sports wagering rules, following public accusations from the player's agent. The dispute emerged as Sorsby, who has entered the NFL's supplemental draft, seeks to move past a college career derailed by a severe gambling addiction.

Agent Ron Slavin made the claims during a radio interview, asserting that Cincinnati officials were aware of Sorsby's sports betting activities for two years and took no action. He argued that the university, not Texas Tech, should face scrutiny. Cincinnati's athletic department responded with a firm statement, saying it provides extensive gambling education to all student-athletes and would never knowingly play someone in violation of NCAA rules. The statement added that any confirmed instance of impermissible wagering would be reported to the NCAA.

According to court documents referenced in reports, Cincinnati's compliance department received a notification in August 2024 from monitoring software ProhiBet after Sorsby attempted to access the fantasy sports app PrizePicks. When confronted, Sorsby reportedly stated he...