Hits & Misses
Hit: Pat Hinkel (S) — Originally ranked 1021. Outcome: All Conference. Hinkel significantly exceeded expectations, earning All Conference honors despite being a low-ranked recruit.
Miss: Justin Semmes (RB) — Originally ranked 988. Outcome: Contributor. As a ranked recruit, Semmes did not reach higher expectations, settling for a role as a contributor.
Miss: Brian Slack (TE) — Originally ranked 1022. Outcome: Contributor. Slack, another ranked player, also fell short of expectations, becoming just a contributor rather than a standout performer.
Miss: Ishmael White (LB) — Originally ranked 1496. Outcome: Bust. White, despite being a ranked recruit, did not meet any expectations, resulting in a classification as a Bust.
Development Story
The 2009 recruiting class for Miami (OH) showcased a mix of performance outcomes, with several players surpassing their initial recruiting expectations while others failed to deliver. The class initially ranked 92nd, and the subsequent S2S rerank to 101 indicates a slight decline in perceived value after assessing player performance. The total number of recruits was 23, and notably, there was a total absence of blue-chip recruits in this class.
Within the class, there were several contributors, with a notable highlight being Pat Hinkel, who earned All Conference honors, thus demonstrating that even lower-ranked recruits can rise to significant recognition. On the other hand, the presence of multiple contributors and a few busts among the ranked players illustrates a disparity in development outcomes. Notably, most players who achieved a College Starter status did so from a lower-than-expected ranking, indicating a potential area for program growth in recognizing talent regardless of the initial recruitment status.
Outcome Summary
Overall, the 2009 recruiting class for Miami (OH) met expectations, showcasing a mix of contributors and standout performances, particularly with Hinkel's All Conference achievement. The S2S rerank reflects a slight decline, which may be attributed to the limited number of high-impact players drawn from the class. In conclusion, while the class did yield some notable successes, the absence of blue-chip talent and the performance of several ranked recruits underscore areas for improvement in future recruiting efforts.