<p>First - see what he can do (maybe with your help) to get a roommate - that would be a big help.</p>
<p>Second - it’s his decision about football, just remind him how much he enjoyed playing in HS and if he decides not to play there’s probably no going back so he should at least give it a try.</p>
<p>Third - this may sound harsh - but listen to him, and tell him to suck it up. Tell him he’s old enough to make his own decisions but he has to live with the consequences of his actions. If he comes home, it’s job, it’s paying rent, etc.</p>