Playing the Devil's Advocate, one could argue he felt betrayed by the lack of fan support exhibited at the Akron game. And to be honest, if I had a chance won a couple of millions dollars in Vegas, and was then allowed to risk it all for a bigger payday, I would still take the money (in hand) and run. Why would anyone risk losing their shot at playing in the NFL by playing in just another in a long line of forgettable bowl games. The only thing I would have done differently as a head coach would have been to thank the individual for all he has done for the team but then informed him he would not be traveling with the team nor be allowed on the sidelines should he make the trip on his own. I think seeing him on the sidelines by players that were giving it their all, knowing they would never step foot in the NFL, sends the wrong message.