I think they're being very up front with him. They like him, want him, but do have other options. He's not the only game in town. Yes, there's some pressure but life is full of it. College graduates are learning the harsh realities of the job market and time pressure. HS seniors who waited to make a college choice are now scrambling in some cases for any choice.
It's early May despite the accelerated recruting season's there's still 9 months till NSD. If this was mid- January time would be of the essence. It's not, it's early May. Austin
plans a summer decision after he visits Stanford. If he waits until the season starts and choses elsewhere there's still 5 months to fill available slots. Undoubtedly, there are players out there that will gain the spotlight their senior season to swell the ranks.
Actually this is a different tact than Weis employed. I can think of a couple of kickers he essentially gave ultimatums to force an early decision and they both chose elsewhere. On the other hand Weis offered relatively few scholarships and when he waited late for the blue chippers to decide he frequently had to scramble late.
