I know what you mean, but at the same time wouldn't you want to compete against the very best? Wouldn't you want to see if you are good enough to not only beat out the other QBs on your team, but lead a top tier program to greatness? You would also be choosing to get a degree with considerably less academic prestige.
As for the comparisons with his cousin, I really don't think that would be an issue unless he came close to Tommie's level of greatness. After all, he's only a cousin, not a brother or son.
I thought Tommie was his uncle?? my bad if it is just a cousin.
I agree, but i understand him wanting to play NOW!