ReRank Breakdown: 2011 Oregon State Recruiting Class

The 2011 recruiting class for Oregon State displayed a notable divergence between original recruiting expectations and actual performance outcomes. Initially ranked 44th, the class saw a significant upward movement to a 93rd position in the S2S rerank, indicating that several players exceeded their projected contributions. The presence of Brandin Cooks as an NFL Starter exemplifies this positive trend, underscoring the potential for lower-ranked recruits to develop into high-impact players.
Overall, the class produced a total of 24 recruits, with only 4% classified as blue-chip prospects. While the limited blue-chip representation typically suggests modest recruiting expectations, the class yielded a commendable number of contributors, with several players achieving College Starter status. This reflects a program-level ability to cultivate talent beyond initial rankings, which is an encouraging sign for Oregon State’s recruitment strategy.

This recruiting class met expectations, as evidenced by the S2S rerank and the outcomes achieved by several recruits. The presence of a high-impact player like Cooks contributed positively to the overall assessment, while the identified miss in Harrah highlights the inherent risks in recruiting. Thus, while the class had its share of disappointments, the overall development and contributions signal a successful recruitment effort.
Takeaway: The 2011 class exemplified Oregon State's capability to develop talent from less heralded rankings into productive contributors on the field.