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Brendan Sorsby has to wait until 2027 to join the NFL
By Rob Maaddi, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 4 min read
Brendan Sorsby will have to wait until 2027 to begin his NFL career.The NFL informed the 22-year-old quarterback on Tuesday that it will not hold a supplemental draft this year, and encouraged him to focus on preparing for possible entry into the league through the regular draft next year. The le...
Key takeaway The NFL hasn't held a supplemental draft since 2023 and had no plans to do so this year before Sorsby's petition.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The decision by the NFL to deny Brendan Sorsby's petition for a supplemental draft this year means the 22-year-old quarterback will have to wait until 2027 to potentially join the league. For Magnolia residents who follow local sports, this story may resonate given the community's interest in the Houston area's sports scene. As Sorsby prepares for the regular draft next year, his journey will likely be closely watched by fans in Montgomery County, where Magnolia is located. The fact that Sorsby is considered a potential Day 2 pick in next year's draft suggests he has the talent to compete at the highest level, but teams will need to be convinced he has overcome his past gambling issues. As the NFL season approaches, local fans will be keeping an eye on how Sorsby's story unfolds and whether he will eventually join a Houston-area team, potentially bringing a local connection to the NFL.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Brendan Sorsby will have to wait until 2027 to begin his NFL career.The NFL informed the 22-year-old quarterback on Tuesday that it will not hold a supplemental draft this year, and encouraged him to focus on preparing for possible entry into the league through the regular draft next year. The le...
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