Following the NFL’s decision to bar quarterback Brendan Sorsby from the supplemental draft, attorney Jeffrey Kessler stated his intention to immediately notify the NFL Players Association regarding a potential violation of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
The NFLPA has yet to determine a course of action regarding the league’s rejection of Sorsby’s application.
A source close to the matter informed PFT that the union has not yet concluded whether there are sufficient legal grounds to challenge the NFL’s ruling.
While Sorsby is not currently a member of the NFLPA—a status he would only attain upon being drafted or signing as an undrafted free agent—the union possesses the standing to contest the league’s failure to conduct a supplemental draft when an eligible player has applied.
However, the situation presents a conflict of interest. By advocating for Sorsby, the NFLPA could inadvertently harm current union members, as Sorsby securing a roster spot would likely necessitate the release of another active player. This dynamic may lead the union to remain neutral.
Consequently, Sorsby may be forced to pursue legal action against the NFL, arguing that the league’s interpretation of the CBA effectively imposes a one-year suspension on a player who has committed no rule or policy violations.
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