EP 99: Is this the biggest story in the NCAA for 2026_

Who actually runs college sports in 2026?

For decades, the answer was simple: the NCAA.

Today? Not so much.

In this solo episode, Grant House breaks down the rapidly evolving power struggle shaping the future of college athletics through the lens of the Brendan Sorsby case, where a Texas court allowed the Texas Tech quarterback to regain eligibility after the NCAA ruled him ineligible for gambling violations.

But this episode isn't just about one athlete.

It's about the growing tension between the NCAA, conferences, universities, state governments, courts, and athletes themselves. From NIL and the transfer portal to revenue sharing and legal challenges like House v. NCAA, college sports is entering a new era where authority is no longer concentrated in one organization.

Topics discussed:

• The Brendan Sorsby eligibility case

• Why the Big 12 entered the legal battle

• NCAA authority vs. court intervention

• The impact of NIL and athlete compensation

• The future of athlete rights and representation

• Lessons from House v. NCAA

• Whether college sports needs a commissioner or players association

• What this means for athletes, fans, coaches, and administrators

As both a Team USA athlete and lead plaintiff in House v. NCAA, Grant offers a unique perspective on the changing landscape of college sports and the questions that will define its future.

The biggest question isn't whether Brendan Sorsby should play. The biggest question is: who gets to decide?

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