ReRank Breakdown: 2013 Illinois Recruiting Class

The Illinois 2013 recruiting class had a mixed outcome, with a total of 25 recruits. The class was originally ranked 56th and received a slight improvement to 45th in the S2S rerank. This suggests that while there were some players who developed positively, the overall class did not reach the level anticipated based on its original ranking.
A notable aspect of this class is the presence of several contributors who began as lower-ranked recruits or went unranked. Zane Petty stands out as a hit, demonstrating that even players outside the top tier of rankings can become significant contributors. However, the class also had several misses, particularly among higher-ranked players who underperformed, such as Abens Cajuste and Dallas Hinkhouse. This inconsistency points to a broader trend of recruiting where expectations from rankings do not always translate into on-field production.

Overall, the Illinois 2013 recruiting class underperformed expectations. While the S2S rerank indicated some level of improvement, the significant number of players who did not meet their expected performance levels, particularly among the higher-ranked recruits, highlights a gap between recruiting success and actual player development. The takeaway from this analysis is that while Illinois secured a diverse class, the impact on the field did not align with the initial expectations set by their rankings.