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ReRank Breakdown: 2011 Western Michigan Recruiting Class

Class Snapshot

2011 class

Key numbers for this recruiting class

Original ranking116
S2S rerank79
Total recruits20
Blue chip %0%

Badges Earned

No class-year badges earned for this class.

S2S Class DNA

2011 class

One-year metrics for this recruiting class

Hits & Misses

Hit: James Kristof (IOL) — Originally ranked 1842. Outcome: All Conference. Kristof became a significant contributor to the offensive line, earning recognition at the conference level. Hit: Donald Celiscar (S) — Originally ranked 2315. Outcome: All Conference. Celiscar demonstrated notable performance in the secondary, receiving All Conference honors. Miss: Jusse Yorke (WR) — Originally ranked 709. Outcome: Bust. Yorke did not meet expectations, failing to make a significant impact on the field. Miss: Travis Turner (EDGE) — Originally ranked 2060. Outcome: Bust. Turner was unable to translate his recruitment into productive play during his time with the program.

Development Story

The 2011 recruiting class for Western Michigan exhibited a mixed bag of outcomes relative to the original recruiting expectations. The class ranked 116th nationally, reflecting a lower-tier standing in the recruiting landscape. However, the S2S rerank improved to 79, suggesting that several recruits exceeded their initial projections.
The standout players from this class, Kristof and Celiscar, both achieved All Conference honors, indicating that they surpassed their original rankings and played vital roles on the team. Conversely, the class also included several recruits who did not meet expectations. Among the ranked recruits, Yorke and Turner were unable to contribute significantly, leading to their classification as "Busts." This highlights a pattern where lower-ranked recruits can sometimes outperform higher-ranked peers.

Outcome Summary

Overall, the 2011 recruiting class for Western Michigan met expectations, especially considering the improvement in the S2S rerank. The presence of two All Conference players indicates that while the class was initially viewed as less competitive, it ultimately produced players who made noteworthy contributions. The class demonstrated that even when recruiting rankings suggest a lack of talent, effective development can yield successful outcomes.
In summary, the 2011 class showcased a blend of both successes and shortcomings, leading to a balanced evaluation of its overall performance.

Published: May 31, 2026Read time: 2 min330 words