ReRank Breakdown: 2011 Arkansas State Recruiting Class

The 2011 recruiting class for Arkansas State demonstrated a mix of successful outcomes and areas that fell short of expectations. With no blue-chip prospects and a total of 23 commitments, the class was ranked 101st initially, indicating a lower expectation level. However, the class saw a significant improvement in its S2S rerank to 60, reflecting the development of several players beyond their initial recruiting profiles.
Among the notable successes, J.D. McKissic and Don Jones emerged as key players, with McKissic achieving the status of NFL Starter despite being originally ranked 2046, and Jones being drafted into the NFL from an original ranking of 238. Their performances highlight a successful development strategy that allowed lower-ranked players to exceed expectations significantly. In contrast, higher-ranked recruits like Anthony Kincy and James Williams did not reach the anticipated impact, illustrating that even within a class with promising potential, inconsistencies can arise based on individual player development.
Overall, the class exhibited a blend of hits, where several players outperformed their rankings, and misses, where some higher-ranked recruits underdelivered. This pattern reflects broader trends in recruiting, where success is not solely determined by initial rankings but also by the ability of a program to develop talent effectively.

The 2011 recruiting class for Arkansas State ultimately outperformed expectations, moving from an original class rank of 101 to a rerank of 60. This improvement indicates that several recruits developed better than anticipated, particularly those who had low initial rankings. The presence of multiple hits within the class, especially with players like J.D. McKissic and Don Jones, underscores the potential for success even in lower-ranked recruiting classes. The key takeaway from this class is that effective player development can lead to significant positive outcomes, regardless of initial expectations.