ReRank Breakdown: 2012 Iowa State Recruiting Class

The 2012 recruiting class for Iowa State demonstrated a moderate level of development, particularly with the notable performance of Cole Netten. As a kicker, his achievement of an All Conference label indicates that even lower-ranked recruits can exceed expectations when properly developed within the program. The class overall featured several players who became College Starters, which reflects a positive trend of developing talent despite the original class ranking of 67.
Overall, the outcomes of the recruiting class show that Iowa State was able to capitalize on its lower-ranked recruits, with a significant portion becoming impactful contributors at the college level. The class's S2S rerank improved to 86, suggesting that the evaluation of talent and development within the program has strengthened since the original rankings were assigned. The majority of recruits fell into the Contributor or College Starter categories, indicating a solid return on investment in terms of recruitment.

This recruiting class for Iowa State met expectations, primarily due to the development of several players who became College Starters and one standout who achieved All Conference honors. The S2S rerank rose due to the program's ability to maximize the potential of its recruits, particularly those who were lower-ranked upon arrival. In conclusion, this class highlights the importance of player development and the potential for even lower-ranked recruits to emerge as significant contributors.