ReRank Breakdown: 2016 NC State Recruiting Class

The 2016 recruiting class for NC State demonstrated a mixed bag of outcomes relative to their original rankings, with a notable number of players achieving starting roles. With four players identified as hitting above their expectations by reaching the College Starter level, the program showcased its ability to develop talent effectively, particularly among those who were lower-ranked or unranked.
Conversely, the class also included a few notable misses, particularly among higher-ranked recruits. Ryan Finley, originally ranked 625, was drafted into the NFL, yet his performance was not as impactful as initially anticipated for a recruit of his caliber. This trend suggests that while the class had several success stories, the overall performance did not fully align with the expectations set during recruitment.

Overall, the 2016 recruiting class at NC State can be characterized as having met expectations, though with some notable successes that indicate strong developmental capabilities within the program. The S2S rerank improved from 82 to 72, reflecting a slight upward trajectory in terms of talent evaluation based on player outcomes. The takeaway from this class is that while there were hits that exceeded expectations, the presence of a high-ranked recruit like Finley not fully capitalizing on his potential presents an area for future improvement.