This.. I think the two of them knew that Braxton being hurt and possibly switching made it an easier sell.
Cardale had actually beaten JT for the number 2 spot before Braxton got hurt and then the coaches reset the competition to decide who was starting and then JT won. Before the season, Cardale was debating on transferring before Herman got a hold of him and convinced him to stick it out.
Obviously, we're glad he did.
It all worked out, JT was the better QB for the offense. Cardale was the perfect fit for the 3 game run since there was no real game footage of him, I dont think we beat Bama if JT plays in that game. We beat Oregon regardless.