ReRank Breakdown: 2014 Baylor Recruiting Class

The Baylor 2014 recruiting class saw a notable shift in its outcomes relative to its original rankings. Originally ranked 31st, the class was re-evaluated to 91st based on performance outcomes, indicating a substantial drop from initial expectations. The blue chip percentage of 18% suggests a focus on developing talent rather than relying solely on elite recruits.
Several recruits, particularly those who were unranked or low-ranked, emerged as contributors and college starters, showcasing Baylor's ability to develop talent effectively within its program. Players like Jarell Broxton and Ira Savage-Lewis not only met but exceeded expectations, with Savage-Lewis achieving All Conference status despite being unranked. This suggests a program that can identify and nurture potential beyond traditional rankings.
Conversely, the performance of highly ranked recruits like Chris Sanders and KD Cannon illustrates that not all high expectations were met. While Cannon did achieve All Conference recognition, his ranking indicated that further development was anticipated. This mixed bag of outcomes highlights the complexities of recruiting and player development in college football, where initial rankings do not always predict future success.

Overall, the Baylor 2014 recruiting class underperformed relative to its expectations based on original rankings. The S2S rerank indicates that many recruits did not live up to their projected potential. Notably, while there were significant hits within the unranked and lower-ranked recruits, a few higher-ranked players did not achieve the outcomes anticipated based on their rankings. The key takeaway from this class is the importance of development, which showed that Baylor could cultivate talent effectively, even if the overall ranking did not reflect this success.