Wistrom may have been one of the GHOAT, but I fail to see the reason to pile on the kid like that. I think that was a BS move, personally. How does Wistrom know the conversation didn't go something like this:
TG: Dad, they said AM is going to be the starter, but I love it here and I committed to support AM and the team, and to continue to work hard. I think I will get a chance eventually.
Dad: Bullsh*t. I didn't spend tens of thousands of dollars on all those camps and running you all over the state for you to be a back-up quarterback. I've already talked to Coach ________, and he says he has a spot for you. They run a pro-style offense and that's what is going to get you into the NFL. Pack you bags, I'm coming to pick you up.
TG: But, dad . . .
Dad: Don't but, dad me. You let the coaches know that's your decision and I will see you soon.
TG: OK
So, really, piling on a kid whose situation was not remotely similar to your situation, when you don't even know who really made the decision is NOT the Husker Way, IMO. But, that's just me.