It sounds as if he may have a strong enough record for some direct-entry PT programs. You mentioned SUNY schools, so this could be worth a look: https://www.upstate.edu/chp/programs/pt/how-to-apply/early_3-3_chp.php And here’s a list of 3+3 programs, which oddly doesn’t include the SUNY one: Combined Physical Therapy Programs
There are also some direct-entry Athletic Training programs, if that’s of interest - here’s one example: https://www.marquette.edu/athletic-training/documents/direct-admit-master-athletic-training-exph-major.pdf