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ReRank Breakdown: 2011 Fresno State Recruiting Class

Class Snapshot

2011 class

Key numbers for this recruiting class

Original ranking115
S2S rerank56
Total recruits17
Blue chip %0%

Badges Earned

No class-year badges earned for this class.

S2S Class DNA

2011 class

One-year metrics for this recruiting class

Hits & Misses

Hit: Davante Adams (WR) — Originally ranked 2264. Outcome: NFL Pro Bowl. Adams significantly exceeded expectations as an unranked recruit, achieving the highest possible outcome with a Pro Bowl selection. Miss: Marcus McDade (QB) — Originally ranked 22. Outcome: Bust. McDade, despite a high ranking, did not meet expectations, marking him as a notable miss within this class.

Development Story

The Fresno State 2011 recruiting class presented a mixed bag of outcomes, showcasing the program's ability to develop talent in some areas while struggling in others. The class was originally ranked 115, which indicated a low expectation for success. However, the S2S rerank of 59 suggests a notable improvement in perceived talent over time, reflecting positively on the coaching and developmental staff's efforts.
The standout performer, Davante Adams, emerged as a significant contributor to the program, despite being originally ranked low. His high outcome score of 8 indicates that Fresno State could identify and develop talent that was overlooked by other recruiting services. Conversely, the class had its share of disappointments, particularly with highly-ranked recruits like Marcus McDade, who failed to deliver on the expectations set by his position in the recruiting rankings.

Outcome Summary

Overall, the Fresno State 2011 recruiting class met expectations, with a few notable hits and several recruits contributing to the team, despite a few major misses. The S2S rerank improved due to the development of players like Adams, while the class also highlighted the challenges of recruiting, particularly with higher-ranked players who did not perform. In summary, this class illustrates both the potential for success in identifying undervalued talent and the unpredictability inherent in recruiting.

Published: May 31, 2026Read time: 2 min296 words