ReRank Breakdown: 2011 Ohio State Recruiting Class

The Ohio State 2011 recruiting class experienced a mix of outcomes that reflect both successful development and areas of underperformance. With a total of 25 recruits and a blue chip percentage of 64, the class was expected to bring in a high level of talent. The initial class ranking of 8 indicates that the program was on track to secure some promising athletes. However, upon re-evaluation, the S2S rerank improved to 2, suggesting that the talent pool was deeper and perhaps more impactful than initially assessed.
Among the recruits, several players notably exceeded their original rankings, with both Michael Thomas and Ryan Shazier achieving NFL Pro Bowl status. Their success highlights the program's ability to develop players beyond their high school evaluations, turning lower-ranked recruits into elite contributors. Conversely, some highly-ranked recruits, such as Kenny Hayes and DerJuan Gambrell, failed to meet expectations, resulting in a classification as Busts. This indicates that while Ohio State was successful in developing certain talents, there were also instances where the recruited players did not translate their rankings into significant contributions on the field.

Overall, the 2011 recruiting class for Ohio State met expectations, particularly through the development of lower-ranked players who became NFL Pro Bowlers. The S2S rerank improved from an original class ranking of 8 to 2, indicating a strong performance relative to initial expectations. The outcomes demonstrate a successful pattern of player development, particularly for those who were not highly ranked entering the program. The key takeaway from this class is that Ohio State was able to maximize the potential of its recruits, yielding several players who would go on to achieve significant success.