There is justification. A few reasons actually, and no one is gonna like it because maybe Manny is looking out for this guy and maybe I'm reaching.Flat out unbelievable. There is no justification for zero snaps. NO JUSTIFICATION.
1) Doesn't want an 18 year old going up against a 22 year old Sr;
2) Doesn't want him to potentially getting hurt in Game 1, that in the end doesn't matter that much;
3) Wants to showcase him in other P5 games vs lower level teams to build up his confidence and try hard to get him drafted high starting from his TF year.