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Signing classes 2013 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
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Program year analysis and class DNA metrics for UTEP (2013).
2013 recruiting class — expectation versus Stars2Stats outcomes
Class medals
“Steady development, low risk.”
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 2013 · NFL signee counts by recruit position
The 2013 recruiting class for UTEP demonstrated a notable development pattern, culminating in an improved S2S rerank from 121 to 41. This indicates a strong performance relative to the initial recruiting expectations, suggesting that the program successfully developed talent from its recruiting efforts. With no blue-chip recruits in this class, the outcomes showcase the potential for lower-ranked players to significantly contribute to the team.
Aaron Jones stands out as a high-impact player, achieving the highest outcome of NFL Pro Bowl among the recruits, despite being originally ranked 1341. This illustrates that the coaching staff effectively identified and developed talent that had been overlooked by higher-ranked programs. In contrast, several recruits with higher original rankings did not translate their potential into production on the field, as evidenced by the contributions of Gathrite and Erving, both of whom were expected to perform at a higher level based on their rankings.
Overall, the UTEP 2013 recruiting class exceeded expectations, particularly through the success of lower-ranked recruits. The S2S rerank improvement indicates effective player development, while the presence of multiple contributors and one standout player highlights the class's overall impact. This class serves as a reminder that recruiting rankings do not always predict outcomes, and development within the program plays a critical role in maximizing player potential.