As a great quarterback, Matthew Sluka helped lead the Rebels to an undefeated season after transferring from Holy Cross, where he was a three-year starter and two-time Walter Payton Award candidate. But in a surprising announcement, Sluka revealed he won’t play in any more games due to NIL disagreement.
The UNLV Rebels have now lost their starting quarterback for back-to-back seasons. Matthew Sluka stated late Tuesday that he would not be playing this season and will instead take a redshirt year. His abrupt decision astonished and perplexed fans and the collegiate football community.
The note he tweeted on Twitter stated, “I have decided to utilize my redshirt year and will not be playing any additional games this season. I committed to UNLV based on certain representations that were made to me, which were not upheld after I enrolled.”
He added, “Despite discussions, it became clear that these commitments would not be fulfilled in the future. I wish my teammates best of luck this season and hope for the continued success in the program.”
Sluka has been a key player this season, completing 21 of 48 passes for 318 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception. He also led the team with 39 carries for 253 yards and one touchdown. Now that he’s out, fans have begun sharing their reactions in the comments.
Social media reacts to Matthew Sluka’s decision to step down
Social media has been buzzing with reactions to Matthew Sluka’s decision to step away from the UNLV football team. They have expressed a range of opinions on the quarterback’s departure.
User @RJSzczerba showed support for Sluka, saying, ”If the school broke promises to him then he has every right to leave and hold them accountable.”
Another user, @AfflictedPharmD, added, “If the school made commitments to a freshman that went unfilled then we should be celebrating the hell out of the fact that he stood up for himself & beat them at their own game.”
However, not everyone praised the decision. User @joewheat27 criticized the choice, saying, “No one will respect this decision.”
@redraiderman1 also chimed in, saying, “Quitting in the middle of the season is crazy.”
