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Program year analysis and class DNA metrics for West Virginia (2013).
2013 recruiting class — expectation versus Stars2Stats outcomes
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The 2013 recruiting class for West Virginia displayed a mixed bag of outcomes against the backdrop of their original rankings. Despite entering with a respectable original class rank of 20, the class ultimately dropped to a S2S rerank of 30. This indicates a decline in perceived talent level relative to expectations set during the recruiting process.
The presence of hits like Daryl Worley, who became an NFL Starter, illustrates that some lower-ranked recruits exceeded their initial projections, highlighting the potential for development within the program. However, the significant number of misses, particularly among those who were ranked, suggests challenges in translating recruiting rankings into on-field success. Players such as D'Vante Henry and others who were highly regarded failed to carve out impactful careers, which contributed to the overall underwhelming performance of the recruiting class.
Overall, the 2013 recruiting class for West Virginia underperformed against expectations. The drop in S2S ranking reflects a combination of factors, primarily the failure of several highly-ranked recruits to achieve meaningful contributions. While there were individual successes like Daryl Worley, the class did not meet the collective promise indicated by its initial rank. The key takeaway is that while some talents emerged, the overall yield from this recruiting class was disappointing in relation to the team's early projections.