The NCAA has filed an appeal against a recent court ruling that granted Texas Tech University quarterback Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction, allowing him to play despite a ban for violating the association's gambling policy. This appeal, submitted late Monday, is classified as 'accelerated,' indicating the NCAA's urgency to secure a Texas court ruling before the Red Raiders' upcoming season. Earlier this year, Sorsby admitted to betting thousands of dollars on football games, including those involving Indiana University, where he previously played. His attorneys argued that preventing him from competing would adversely affect his recovery from gambling addiction, a claim supported by the presiding judge, Ken Curry, who suggested Sorsby could miss the first two games of the season. The NCAA, led by its president Charlie Baker, expressed strong disapproval of the ruling, warning of its potential to destabilize sports integrity. Sorsby's situation is pivotal for the NCAA, which is advocating for Congress to pass antitrust legislation to enhance its enforcement capabilities regarding name, image, and likeness (NIL) regulations, as well as transfer policies. Notably, Sorsby is projected to earn approximately $5 million in NIL endorsements this fall, highlighting the financial stakes involved.