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Signing classes 2014 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
No recruits from this era reached the NFL.
Program year analysis and class DNA metrics for Eastern Michigan (2014).
2014 recruiting class — expectation versus Stars2Stats outcomes
Class medals
“Built on development, not recruiting rankings.”
S2S Class DNA
One-year metrics for this recruiting class
Recruits that contributed to program
Share who became impact players (starters, elite contributors, or NFL)
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Recruits that reached the NFL in any tier
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Signing classes 2014 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
No recruits from this era reached the NFL.
The 2014 recruiting class for Eastern Michigan displayed a noteworthy trend of exceeding expectations, particularly among players who were unranked or low-ranked at signing. With a total of 16 recruits, the class included several players who became College Starters, reflecting a strong development process within the program. This outcome suggests that the coaching staff effectively identified and developed talent, regardless of initial rankings.
The class was originally ranked 135th, but the S2S rerank improved significantly to 81st. This change indicates that the performance of the recruits surpassed initial projections, particularly in terms of their contributions on the field. The emergence of multiple College Starters is a positive sign of the program's ability to cultivate talent effectively, regardless of the recruiting industry's evaluation at the time.
Overall, the Eastern Michigan 2014 recruiting class outperformed expectations. With a large percentage of players contributing positively, the class demonstrated the coaching staff's ability to maximize potential. The S2S rerank increased due to the development of several College Starters who were either unranked or low-ranked initially. This class serves as a strong example of how effective player development can lead to better-than-expected outcomes.