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Signing classes 2014 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
No recruits from this era reached the NFL.
Program year analysis and class DNA metrics for New Mexico State (2014).
2014 recruiting class — expectation versus Stars2Stats outcomes
Class medals
“Built on development, not recruiting rankings.”
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One-year metrics for this recruiting class
Recruits that contributed to program
Share who became impact players (starters, elite contributors, or NFL)
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Signing classes 2014 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
No recruits from this era reached the NFL.
The 2014 recruiting class for New Mexico State displayed a mix of outcomes that reflected a challenging yet somewhat productive cycle. With a total of 25 recruits and no blue-chip prospects, the program focused on developing players from various talent backgrounds. The class's S2S rerank improved from 93 to 74, suggesting that on-field performances were relatively better than anticipated, particularly with the emergence of notable contributors.
The outcomes reveal that while many players recorded low performance scores, the presence of a standout in Larry Rose III, who achieved All-American status, highlights the potential for unranked recruits to exceed expectations. This is a critical indicator for the program, showing that there is room for development and success even among lower-ranked and unranked players. Conversely, the presence of misses, particularly with Adaryan Jones and Nick Jeanty, illustrates the risk associated with recruiting ranked prospects who do not translate their high school performance into significant collegiate impact.
Overall, the 2014 recruiting class for New Mexico State met expectations to a degree, primarily driven by the performance of unranked recruits like Larry Rose III. The S2S rerank increased, indicating that the team's development strategies were effective for a significant portion of the class, but the presence of contributors who were highly ranked yet underperformed suggests there remains work to be done in evaluating and developing talent. The key takeaway from this recruiting class is the importance of focusing on player development across all levels of recruitment, as potential exists beyond initial rankings.