ReRank Breakdown: 2016 Illinois Recruiting Class

The Illinois 2016 recruiting class, originally ranked 92nd, saw a notable improvement in the S2S re-rank, moving up to 61. This indicates some level of positive development among the recruits, particularly with players like Jake Hansen and Dele Harding achieving higher outcomes than anticipated based on their original rankings. While the overall class rating was low, the emergence of contributors and starters suggests that the program was able to develop some talent effectively.
In terms of overall outcomes, the class had a mix of performances. The presence of multiple contributors and All Conference players highlights that while some recruits did not meet their expectations, others significantly exceeded them. The lack of blue-chip recruits indicates a reliance on developing lower-ranked prospects, which seems to have yielded some success in individual cases.

Overall, the Illinois 2016 recruiting class met expectations in certain areas while falling short in others. The S2S re-rank improved, suggesting that the program managed to cultivate some talent effectively, especially with players like Hansen and Harding. However, the presence of Bust outcomes among the higher-ranked recruits illustrates that not all expectations were fulfilled. The class showcased both developmental success and shortcomings, ultimately leading to a mixed evaluation of this recruiting cycle's effectiveness.