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Program year analysis and class DNA metrics for UNLV (2012).
2012 recruiting class — expectation versus Stars2Stats outcomes
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Signing classes 2012 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
The 2012 recruiting class for UNLV, ranked 104th originally, saw a notable improvement in the S2S rerank to 88, indicating a more favorable assessment of the players' potential and performance. The total of 19 recruits included no blue-chip prospects, which is reflective of the class's overall ranking and expectations. However, the outcomes reveal a mixed performance across the board, with several players emerging as college starters despite their low rankings.
Overall, the majority of the recruits in this class achieved outcomes that were consistent with their original rankings, particularly those who were unranked or ranked lower. The class did yield a notable hit in Parker Holloway, who exceeded expectations by becoming a college starter. However, there were also significant misses, such as Justin Chandler, who failed to contribute effectively after being a highly ranked recruit.
This recruiting class generally met expectations, as the S2S rerank improved from 104 to 88, reflecting a better-than-anticipated performance from the players. While the class did not feature any standout blue-chip recruits, the presence of several college starters indicates a degree of success in developing talent from lower-ranked and unranked players. The key takeaway is that while UNLV's 2012 class had some positive outcomes, the lack of high-impact players limits its overall success.