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Dad of Tommy Stevens confirms quarterback will transfer from Penn State

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Penn State quarterback Tommy Stevens wanted to wait as long as possible before deciding to play for another school this fall, his family said.

"Sometimes a fresh start will do you some good. We felt a change of scenery is best for Tommy at this point," his father, Tom Stevens, said on Thursday.

"Other things that go into that decision ... we believe things like this should be handled in the locker room.