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Signing classes 2016 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
No recruits from this era reached the NFL.
Program year analysis and class DNA metrics for Syracuse (2016).
2016 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)
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Recruits that reached the NFL in any tier
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Signing classes 2016 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
No recruits from this era reached the NFL.
The 2016 recruiting class for Syracuse demonstrated a modest level of success, particularly with a couple of standout players who exceeded their recruiting projections. Notably, both Amba Etta-Tawo and Kendall Coleman earned All Conference honors, indicating their substantial impact on the field. This success reflects positively on the program's development capabilities, showcasing their ability to nurture talent that can perform at a high level relative to their original rankings.
In contrast, the class also featured a few players who did not meet expectations, specifically Jaquwan Nelson and Michael Clark, both of whom were ranked recruits that ultimately received "Bust" labels. Their outcomes highlight the unpredictability that can accompany recruiting, where even higher-ranked prospects can fail to develop into contributing players.
Overall, the class saw a notable number of contributions with several players achieving a "College Starter" status, further illustrating the program's ability to develop talent consistently. The S2S rerank moving from 69 to 86 suggests a positive reassessment of the class based on player performances, particularly given the successful outcomes of several recruits.
The 2016 recruiting class for Syracuse met expectations, primarily due to the contributions of players who exceeded their recruiting rankings. The S2S rerank improved, indicating that the program effectively developed talent, especially with the emergence of Etta-Tawo and Coleman as key contributors. Overall, this class showcased Syracuse's ability to find and cultivate talent, leading to a satisfactory outcome relative to the original recruiting expectations.