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Syracuse University football coach Scott Shafer extended a scholarship offer to the son of SU alumna and renowned sports broadcaster Adam Schein.

(Stephen D. Cannerelli | scannerelli@syracuse.com)

Syracuse, N.Y. — In the college recruiting business, decisions can often be cutthroat — on both sides of the system, players and coaching staffs.

But last month, Syracuse head coach Shafer made a light-hearted and classy decision, seemingly out of respect for SU alum and TV/radio sportscaster Adam Schein.

Shafer extended a scholarship to Schein's 1-month-old son, Theo, a Class of 2032 legacy prospect if you will.

"It is my pleasure to inform you that we are extending you a full football scholarship to attend Syracuse University beginning in August 2032," Shafer wrote. "The coaching staff and I believe the academic, athletic and personal pedigree blessed upon you by your parents Adam & Katie make you an excellent fit for Syracuse University and the Orange Football Family.

"Per NCAA rules, the full scholarship will cover tuition and registration fees, text books and course related fees, and room and board. It will not cover diapers, blankets, bottles or other necessities for your upcoming developmental years. This scholarship is subject to you meeting: (1) all NCAA eligibility requirements (2) all the admission requirements for Syracuse University and (3) at a minimum height of 6'1'' and weight of 200 lbs."

It sounds like Adam and Katie will have to put Theo on the high-protein baby food.

The full message from Shafer to the Schein family can be read here, via Adam Schein's Instagram:

Wow. Thanks so much, @coach_shafer! My wife & I are proud CUSE grads! Awesome. Theo Schein will see you in 2032! A photo posted by Adam Schein (@adam.schein) on Jun 4, 2015 at 5:53pm PDT

All verbal commitments are non-binding until the player signs a national letter of intent in February (of 2032 in this case).

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