ReRank Breakdown: 2015 Akron Recruiting Class

The 2015 recruiting class for Akron demonstrated a mix of outcomes, with a significant number of recruits not meeting expectations as indicated by their outcomes. The class originally ranked 124 saw a slight improvement to 115 in the S2S rerank, suggesting that some players may have developed better than anticipated. However, the lack of blue-chip recruits—none of the players fell into the blue chip category—means that the overall recruiting class faced challenges in elevating the team's competitive stature.
Among the 19 recruits, only a few were able to rise above their recruiting expectations. Josh Ward, an unranked player, stood out as a College Starter, showcasing the potential for development among lower-ranked recruits. Conversely, several ranked recruits, including Ray Ray Smith and Montel Jordan, failed to live up to their expectations, resulting in a notable number of "Bust" outcomes. This indicates a trend where higher-ranked recruits did not yield the expected returns, leaving the program with a need to reassess its evaluation criteria for future classes.

Overall, the Akron 2015 recruiting class underperformed relative to expectations. The S2S rerank moving slightly upward does not overshadow the significant proportion of recruits who did not contribute effectively to the program. The presence of four ranked recruits labeled as "Bust" illustrates the risk of relying on initial rankings without subsequent performance validation. The key takeaway from this class is the importance of evaluating player development potential beyond initial rankings, as evidenced by the success of unranked recruits like Josh Ward.