"But Syracuse will always be first, and Buford has familiarity with the tradition of the program as well as their recent successes.
"Funny, before yesterday’s Edgy Tim camp, I sat with my family watching The Express, the Ernie Davis story," he said. "Syracuse has historically provided opportunities to student-athletes who look like me. While last year’s season wasn’t the most successful, they have a great coaching staff, talented players, and they are committed to being great. The Clemson upset showed their true potential. But most importantly, Syracuse is a great university. They challenge students academically, have all of my majors of interest, and a great alumni network -- something my mom always makes me look at."