This is such a tired, jealous take from someone whose team can't recruit players like Branch. The "good old days" you're missing were built on exploiting athletes who had no other choice but to stay. Now these kids get to capitalize on their generational talent on their own timeline, and you're mad because it ruins your nostalgia trip. Branch is an electric playmaker who deserves every dollar he can get as soon as he can get it. Acting like the Sugar Bowl is more important than his family's financial security and his NFL dream is pure selfishness from fans. The game is better when the best players can pursue their futures freely. If your program's legacy depends on trapping a 19-year-old for your viewing pleasure, that's a you problem. Real fans celebrate these kids making it big.