Didn't know that SDSU was such a rogue program. How could they have already determined that whatever was bad enough for him to be kicked out of EIU's program was fixed enough to let them into their program?
They have probably been talking to him for a while behind the scenes and had it all worked out. I am sure he is being accepted there on multiple conditions and is on a very short leash.
The kid needs some help, structure, and a second chance at things. I think he has a much better chance of personal success being on a football team than he does being on his own. Hopefully it works out for him.