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Sorsby won't sue NFL, will prepare for '27 draft

ESPN Tuesday 30 June 2026, 22:18 UTC 1 min read
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The NFL Players Association and Brendan Sorsby will not be pursuing litigation after the NFL's decision not to hold a supplemental NFL draft this year, according to a memo sent to all 32 teams. Instead, Sorsby will shift his focus on preparation for the 2027 NFL draft. "We have confirmed with the NFLPA and Brendan Sorsby that there will be no further litigation regarding his entry into the NFL -- and that instead, Mr. Sorsby will focus on his preparation for entry into the League via the...

The NFL Players Association and Brendan Sorsby will not be pursuing litigation after the NFL's decision not to hold a supplemental NFL draft this year, according to a memo sent to all 32 teams. Instead, Sorsby will shift his focus on preparation for the 2027 NFL draft. "We have confirmed with the NFLPA and Brendan Sorsby that there will be no further litigation regarding his entry into the NFL -- and that instead, Mr. Sorsby will focus on his preparation for entry into the League via the 2027 NFL Draft. For purposes of League and CBA rules, Mr. Sorsby will be considered a 'Draft-Eligible' player for the 2027 NFL Draft. Mr. Sorsby will not be eligible to sign an NFL Player Contract until the completion of the 2027 NFL Draft," the memo reads.
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