Joey McGuire admits Texas Tech misjudged Brendan Sorsby fallout, would have taken a different path
Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire expresses regret over the handling of the Brendan Sorsby situation as the program shifts its focus to the upcoming season.
The brief
Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire stated that the university misjudged the fallout surrounding the Brendan Sorsby situation and noted he would have chosen a different approach. The development follows a period of uncertainty regarding the team's quarterback roster.
Coverage from CBS Sports and The New York Times highlights the coach’s admission, while Pistols Firing reports on the support provided to McGuire by Eric Morris. Sports Illustrated notes that the team appears to be moving toward a more conventional quarterback situation.
Attention now shifts to the health of the roster, as ESPN reports that Hammond is expected to be the Week 1 starter if he recovers from an ACL injury. The long-term impact on the team's quarterback rotation remains to be seen.
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The reporting (5)
- As Brendan Sorsby saga ends, Texas Tech picks up the pieces The New York Times · 46d ago
- How Eric Morris Supported Joey McGuire Throughout Brendan Sorsby Situation Pistols Firing · 46d ago
- Texas Tech May Wind Up With a Normal Quarterback Situation After All Sports Illustrated · 46d ago
- Texas Tech's Hammond (ACL) to be Week 1 starter if cleared ESPN · 46d ago
- Joey McGuire admits Texas Tech misjudged Brendan Sorsby fallout, would have taken a different path CBS Sports · 46d ago
Quick answers
What did Joey McGuire say about the Brendan Sorsby situation?
McGuire admitted that Texas Tech misjudged the fallout from the situation and stated he would have taken a different path.
Who is expected to start for Texas Tech in Week 1?
According to coverage from ESPN, Hammond is expected to be the Week 1 starter if he is cleared following an ACL injury.
Who provided support to Joey McGuire during this time?
Pistols Firing reports that Eric Morris supported Joey McGuire throughout the situation.
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