It doesn't matter when he would transfer, it's all about that he would leave. With what he has shown in the past on the field, there will be teams lining up offering him 7 figures to come to their school and play QB.I don't think he would just quit on the spot. I think he has earned the benefit of the doubt through his character that he isn't that type of person. Maybe he would transfer next year but not instantly. I do agree with you generally that benching him isn't an option unless he just melts down.

