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could just be that he thought with losing Patterson and Hunter, that his draft stock would only drop. Or, he just didn't want to go through another coaching change... I can't blame the kid.

I wouldn't expect much news on draft status until the NFL combines start gearing up. Then they'll be more thoughts.

As far as his decision, I don't think there's been much contact with him from anyone. Seems like he's just holed up in Cali or wherever he is. But I'd agree that with Hunter, Rogers and Patterson gone and the possibility of having to learn a whole new system contributed. Heck, maybe he even got tired of hearing that he can't win a big game.

I also think he saw how weak this QB class turned out to be and he, easily, has one of the 2-3 best arms of any QB in the pool.

If he has a good showing at the combine and/or his pro day, he's setting himself up for a big pay day.