Program year analysis and class DNA metrics for Northern Illinois (2015).
Class Snapshot
Key numbers for this recruiting class
Badges Earned
No class-year badges earned for this class.
S2S Class DNA
One-year metrics for this recruiting class
The 2015 recruiting class for Northern Illinois showcased a varied set of outcomes among its recruits. With a total of 31 commits and no blue-chip prospects, expectations were generally lower. Despite this, several players emerged as key contributors, particularly a notable group of College Starters, which included D.J. Brown, Daniel Crawford, Trayshon Foster, Nathan Veloz, Quintin Wynne, Ryan Roberts, and Spencer Tears. These recruits were able to surpass their original rankings and establish themselves as reliable performers on the field.
Conversely, the class also included several recruits who did not meet expectations. Specifically, players like Vincent Hughes, Alex Schlee, Allen Letterer, and Cassius Grady were ranked and ultimately delivered outcomes categorized as Busts. Their performances fell short of what was anticipated based on their rankings, reflecting a common trend where lower-ranked recruits frequently outperform their initial evaluations while higher-ranked prospects may not fulfill their potential.
Overall, the Northern Illinois 2015 recruiting class met expectations, with a significant number of players achieving College Starter status. The S2S rerank improved from 96 to 91, indicating a slight upward trend in performance relative to initial recruiting assessments. This suggests that while the class had its share of underperformers, the successful development of several key players balanced the outcomes. In conclusion, the class's ability to produce multiple College Starters from a group that lacked blue-chip recruits is a positive takeaway.