[JohnR34231]

and Shaw's official comments

"We understand that this was a very difficult decision. For three years Christian has not only been a great player, but a great teammate as well," said David Shaw, Stanford's Bradford M. Freeman Director of Football. "We wish him great success at the next level, as we continue our preparation for the Sun Bowl."

http://www.gostanford.com/news/2016/12/1...-bowl.aspx

Interesting what Shaw didn't say.
He didn't say he supported the decision, thought it was a good idea, or understood how CMac could make it.
My guess is he felt none of those emotions.

[JohnR34231]

and Shaw's official comments

"We understand that this was a very difficult decision. For three years Christian has not only been a great player, but a great teammate as well," said David Shaw, Stanford's Bradford M. Freeman Director of Football. "We wish him great success at the next level, as we continue our preparation for the Sun Bowl."

http://www.gostanford.com/news/2016/12/1...-bowl.aspx

Interesting what Shaw didn't say.
He didn't say he supported the decision, thought it was a good idea, or understood how CMac could make it.
My guess is he felt none of those emotions.