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Signing classes 2007 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
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Program year analysis and class DNA metrics for San José State (2007).

2007 recruiting class — expectation versus Stars2Stats outcomes
Class medals
“Built on development, not recruiting rankings.”
S2S Class DNA
One-year metrics for this recruiting class
Recruits that contributed to program
Share who became impact players (starters, elite contributors, or NFL)
Based on only Low HS Projection → All-Conference or higher
Recruits that reached the NFL in any tier
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The 2007 recruiting class for San Jose State demonstrated a significant ability to develop players who were originally unranked, as evidenced by the inclusion of several players who achieved All Conference status. In total, the class produced notable outcomes, particularly with Brandon Rutley and David Richmond both earning All Conference honors. This highlights a positive trend in player development, indicating that the coaching staff effectively maximized the potential of these athletes. Overall, the outcomes of the recruits suggest that the class outperformed expectations. With a S2S rerank of 45, significantly improved from the original ranking of 108, it is evident that the program successfully identified and developed talent that was initially overlooked by recruiting analysts. The lack of blue chip recruits in the class further emphasizes the achievement of the coaching staff in cultivating talent from lower-ranked prospects.
In summary, the 2007 recruiting class for San Jose State exceeded expectations, particularly with the emergence of unranked players into impactful contributors. The notable rise in the S2S rerank points to effective player development and utilization of talent, underscoring a successful recruiting strategy for that year. The class serves as a testament to the potential hidden within unranked recruits when properly developed.