he asked to be released about three days before Mullen was announced, but the main thing is that he was in a window of opportunity for himself...not MSU!
Had he not renounced his scholarship, during this period, he would have no personal options untill spring. Now, he can decide for himself, without restraints from MSU!,
Actually the more I think about it, his move was very smart...for him... Heck the next session of school does not start for several days...or weeks.. very smart on his part.
It gives HIM time time to decide.