Texas Tech can still reach CFP — but without Brendan Sorsby, its national title hopes take a clear hit, and the Big 12 race becomes far less forgiving.

Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby will take an indefinite leave of absence and seek treatment for a gambling addiction, the school announced Monday.

Texas Tech can still reach CFP — but without Brendan Sorsby, its national title hopes take a clear hit, and the Big 12 race becomes far less forgiving.