Kentucky 2013 — recruiting class & outcomes

View Kentucky recruiting history

ReRank Breakdown: 2013 Kentucky Recruiting Class

View 2013 national recruiting class rankings

Class Outcomes

2013 recruiting class — expectation versus Stars2Stats outcomes

Original ranking: #36
Stars2Stats rerank: #65
Versus expectation: 29 places below recruiting expectation
Recruits: 23
Blue-chip rate: 14%
NFL players: 1
Public NFL earnings: $109.1K

Class medals

“Built on development, not recruiting rankings.”

S2S Class DNA

2013 class

One-year metrics for this recruiting class

★ROI82.6%

Recruits that contributed to program

◆Development52.2%

Share who became impact players (starters, elite contributors, or NFL)

◇Low-Star Hits10.0%

Based on only Low HS Projection → All-Conference or higher

▲NFL Output4.3%

Recruits that reached the NFL in any tier

●Limited outcome rate17.4%

Share with limited verified outcomes

Pipeline

NFL production

Signing classes 2013 · NFL signee counts by recruit position

Hits & Misses

Hit: Javess Blue (WR) — Originally ranked 37. Outcome: College Starter. Blue exceeded expectations as a starter, contributing significantly to the receiving corps. Hit: Jason Hatcher (EDGE) — Originally ranked 249. Outcome: College Starter. Hatcher's performance as a college starter showcases his development beyond initial projections. Hit: Ryan Timmons (WR) — Originally ranked 281. Outcome: College Starter. Timmons emerged as a reliable option, demonstrating his ability to start at the college level. Hit: Marcus McWilson (S) — Originally ranked 394. Outcome: College Starter. McWilson's contributions as a starter highlight his successful transition from recruit to player. Hit: Kyle Meadows (OT) — Originally ranked 529. Outcome: College Starter. Meadows' performance as a college starter indicates a solid development trajectory. Hit: Jeff Badet (WR) — Originally ranked 879. Outcome: College Starter. Badet's emergence as a starter reflects positive development and contribution to the team. Hit: Blake McClain (S) — Originally ranked 1082. Outcome: College Starter. McClain's ability to start showcases the effectiveness of his development in the program. Hit: Ramsey Meyers (IOL) — Originally ranked 1200. Outcome: College Starter. Meyers' success as a starter indicates effective growth and adaptation to the collegiate level. Hit: Nick Haynes (IOL) — Originally ranked 1209. Outcome: College Starter. Haynes' progression to a starting role illustrates his development within the program. Miss: Nate Willis (UNKNOWN) — Originally ranked 45. Outcome: Contributor. Willis did not meet the expectations of a high-ranking recruit, resulting in a minor role. Miss: Steven Borden (TE) — Originally ranked 186. Outcome: Contributor. Borden's outcome as a contributor suggests a limited impact compared to initial expectations. Miss: Jojo Kemp (RB) — Originally ranked 451. Outcome: Contributor. Kemp's contributions fell short of what was anticipated given his ranking. Miss: Jaleel Hytchye (CB) — Originally ranked 477. Outcome: Contributor. Hytchye's performance as a contributor indicates a lesser impact than expected for a ranked player.

Development Story

The 2013 recruiting class for Kentucky demonstrated a noteworthy pattern of development, with a total of ten players achieving the status of "College Starter." This indicates a strong capacity for the program to elevate players beyond their initial recruiting expectations. The majority of these starters originated from lower-ranked positions, suggesting an effective development strategy that allows for significant player growth during their collegiate careers.
However, the class also featured notable misses among higher-ranked recruits. Players like Nate Willis and Steven Borden, who were expected to have a greater impact based on their rankings, ended up as contributors rather than starters. This discrepancy between expectations and outcomes for certain recruits may indicate challenges in fully harnessing the potential of higher-ranked players.
Overall, the outcomes reflect a strong ability of the Kentucky program to develop talent, particularly with lower-ranked recruits, while also highlighting areas for improvement in maximizing the potential of higher-ranked prospects.

Outcome Summary

The Kentucky 2013 recruiting class ultimately exceeded expectations, as evidenced by its S2S rerank moving from 36 to 71, indicating a significant improvement in player outcomes. The large number of players achieving the "College Starter" label demonstrates effective development, particularly among recruits who were originally lower-ranked. The class illustrates a promising trend in player progression and contributes positively to the program's overall recruiting strategy.
In conclusion, the 2013 Kentucky recruiting class stands out for its ability to develop talent effectively, leading to a successful outcome that outperformed initial expectations.

Published: June 17, 2026•Read time: 3 min•578 words