I interpret Nunn's tweet like the situation when a well known coaches name has been associated with a head coaching search, but before a different new coach is named, they release a statement saying they are happy where they are and withdraw their name from consideration.
With Nunn this may be similar spin. What's a more favorable message for Nunn to get out?
- Iowa State's new coaching staff pulled my scholarship. A 2-22 program pulled my freaking scholarship offer! P5 Guys I'm out Here. or
- I was 110% committed and really excited to become a Cyclone. But due to the fact that I have not been contacted from the new Head Coach at Iowa State, I will be de-committing and re-opening my recruitment.
It wasn't necessary for TJ to call Nunn. That is just silly. He is 72 hours into a new job where he is calling recruits he wants, calling prospective assistant coaching candidates, speaking with ISU's existing roster, probably talking to the media, maybe speaking to some big donors, getting his family situated, etc.
I think an assistant coach with 20+ years experience is 1000% appropriate to call a recruit and let him know his scholarship offer was being pulled. BTW that Assistant Coach isn't some low level $50k year employee, Robinson banks $285,000 a year!