According to the same source, the Martell family had gone out of its way to provide support for Lindsey — and
Martell took to Twitter on Wednesday to let people know that Lindsey’s decision had no impact on him.
I'll be arriving at Ohio State tonight to start my college career. Tyjon's decision isn't my decision. Wish him the best where ever he goes.
— Tate Martell (@TheTateMartell)
January 11, 2017
But as in every case, there are two sides to a story. Whatever caused the rift, it’s there and it has become a major point of divisiveness. Was that enough to warrant the de-commitment on its own? I don’t think so, but it gave a crack for others to exploit and play on.