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Texas Tech Lands Top Transfer QB Brendan Sorsby on Reported $5 Million NIL Deal

The one-year figure signals an aggressive portal push as the Red Raiders invest heavily to contend for a national title.

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CINCINNATI, OHIO - JANUARY 04: Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns looks on in the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on January 04, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Sorsby chose Texas Tech over LSU after visiting both programs during the transfer window.
  • Multiple outlets report the NIL package is about $5 million for one season, exceeding Shedeur Sanders’ $4.6 million four-year NFL rookie contract, with terms not publicly disclosed.
  • Texas Tech plans for Sorsby to start in 2026 as it seeks improved quarterback play following last season’s College Football Playoff berth.
  • Sorsby produced 2,800 passing yards with 27 touchdowns plus nine rushing scores in 2025, earning second-team All-Big 12 honors.
  • The move extends Texas Tech’s big-spending approach in the portal, which has included seven-figure deals such as more than $3 million for edge rusher David Bailey after a Big 12 title and a 23–0 Orange Bowl loss to Oregon.