Recruitment
- Thread starter FallOf81
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Every player ISU recruits is a stud because they all want to work.
Campbell had a quote back in 17, after either the OK or TCU win, to the effect that we're always going to recruit kids that fit the culture and what we're trying to do regardless of stars. I think a program can get itself in trouble overreaching for kids that have stars but lack the commitment, just look at Texas.
That said, I too hope we can keep raising the talent level, a couple 4 stars here and there to help widen the margins.
That said, I too hope we can keep raising the talent level, a couple 4 stars here and there to help widen the margins.
FYI, when a team has a huge season, it’s generally the ensuing signing class where the fruits are seen—so, the ‘22 Class.
That said, there’s three or four guys out there I’d really like to finish the ‘21 Class strong with.
At this point, idc how many stars their players have. I trust this staff to make decisions best for the program long term.
I think all our past coaches have had great hearts, but for some reason - there are many - Campbell is Just better. He is more concerned about the person and developing men, than worrying about image. He focuses on the right things at the right time.
Completely understand the sentiment and agree with a lot of it, but...
Is there a TE in the country you'd trade for Kolar? (3*)
Is there a LB in the country you'd trade for Rose (2*)
Is there a RB in the country you'd trade for Breece? (3*)
I want the studs, no doubt about it, but the studs need to fit the culture. I think that's the beauty of this coaching staff. They have an eye for talent AND character.
But OP's point stands. The opportunity to get in front of the "next level" talent is a big deal.
Is there a TE in the country you'd trade for Kolar? (3*)
Is there a LB in the country you'd trade for Rose (2*)
Is there a RB in the country you'd trade for Breece? (3*)
I want the studs, no doubt about it, but the studs need to fit the culture. I think that's the beauty of this coaching staff. They have an eye for talent AND character.
But OP's point stands. The opportunity to get in front of the "next level" talent is a big deal.
Breece was a 4 star recruit.
Gotta remember to, that unless stupid stuff like Baylor happens, don’t get upset at the staff if we get a 4-8 season occasionally and a small rebuild periodically. TT ran off Leach, Kansas canned Magino, Patterson is on the hot seat, Nebraska has ran off Solich and Pelini, Texas got rid of Mack. Too many teams get used to 9/10 win season and bail after a poor season and not give time to bring it back.
They both were 4 stars, depending on which rating service you look at.
Both Rivals and 247 had Breece as a 3 star. Then 247 came to their senses. Rivals didn’t.
Breece and Jirehl wound up the 7th and 11th ranked RB’s in their class by 247.
Hall is far from the one 4 star on the team. And no one was arguing, one was simply misinformed.
Seems like a guy looking for the first bus out of Ames.
