ReRank Breakdown: 2016 New Mexico State Recruiting Class

The 2016 recruiting class for New Mexico State is characterized by a notable performance that exceeded expectations for a few individuals. The class was initially ranked 127 but saw an improvement in the S2S rerank to 93, suggesting that the evaluation of this class improved as their college careers unfolded. This rerank indicates that some recruits developed better than anticipated, contributing positively to the program.
Among the nine recruits, two players emerged as hits, demonstrating their capacity to contribute and start at the collegiate level. Brayton Medina and Myles Vigne both surpassed their initial expectations, with Medina becoming a contributor and Vigne earning a starting role. In contrast, several other recruits failed to meet the expectations set by their rankings. While Jaleel Scott was drafted into the NFL, he did not excel at the level expected from a player with his original ranking.
The overall outcomes reflect a mixed success for this recruiting class. The absence of blue-chip recruits and the number of unranked players limited the overall quality of the class. However, the development of players like Medina and Vigne illustrates that the coaching staff may have effectively identified and nurtured talent, despite the lack of higher-ranked recruits.

Overall, the New Mexico State 2016 recruiting class met expectations, with a few standout performances from lower-ranked recruits. The S2S rerank improved due to the emergence of contributors and starters who were initially overlooked by rankings. In summary, while the class did not feature any blue-chip recruits, its ability to yield contributors and starters speaks to the potential for successful player development.