ReRank Breakdown: 2014 Iowa State Recruiting Class

The Iowa State 2014 recruiting class featured a total of 25 recruits, with a low blue chip percentage of 4. This suggests a focus on developing lower-ranked talent rather than securing a majority of elite prospects. The class was originally ranked 58 but saw a slight improvement to 54 in the S2S rerank, indicating a modest increase in perceived value based on player outcomes.
In terms of overall development, the class produced a solid number of contributors and college starters, reflecting a successful approach to recruiting players who, while not highly ranked, were able to make meaningful contributions at the collegiate level. Notably, players like Allen Lazard emerged as a standout, fulfilling and exceeding the expectations of a ranked recruit.

Overall, the 2014 class for Iowa State met expectations, particularly when considering the outcomes of unranked and lower-ranked recruits. The S2S rerank improved slightly, suggesting that while some players underperformed relative to their original rankings, the class as a whole produced several impactful players. The key takeaway from this class is the effectiveness of Iowa State's recruiting strategy in developing talent that may not have been highly regarded initially but proved to be valuable contributors on the field.