re: List of low star impact players in ncaa

Marcus colston, he had do be a 1*. he went to some crappy little school but has been a stud in the nfl

Some recent OSU 3-stars or worse:

AJ Hawk
Malcolm Jenkins
James Laurinatis
Nick Mangold
Vernon Gholston
Antonio Pittman
Ashton Youbody
Brian Robiskie

We've had a bunch of others that have contributed, as well. These are just some more well-known names.

Troy Smith was our last scholarship offer in 02, as well. He was a 4-star, but I think a "low" 4-star (i.e. just barely above a 3-star).

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wow, those are some very impressive names. That list alone goes to show that a players *# doesnt always matter

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No, they don't always matter, but overall they do if you want to be successful.

What about Carlos Dunlap absolutely owning everyone in the National Championship. He was a 5 star. Janoris Jenkins for UF was a 6.0 4 star (highest 4 star) and started as a true freshman at CB. The list continues with 4 and 5 stars that are big timers as well.

In the past 3 National Champions: Top 3 recruiting class = National Champion/Contender.

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Yes. Obviously, they do matter. The programs with the most 4 and 5 stars are the best. You have to be able to find some diamonds in the rough, though.

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You don't HAVE to find diamonds in the rough in 2 and 3 stars. I'd take a class of only 4 and 5 stars if available. Statistically, those guys will pan out more often than the lower ranked guys.

Realistically, the 2-3 star guys are where good coaches can find the best around. Thats the difference between some of the best of the coaches in the country.

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You don't HAVE to find diamonds in the rough in 2 and 3 stars. I'd take a class of only 4 and 5 stars if available.

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That's not realistic, though. You'll usually have at most 15 4 and 5 stars in a class, and there's a good chance (my guess) approx 33% will be busts (i.e. get kicked off the teams, backup, or special teams only) , 33% won't live up to full expectations, but will contribute (start a year or two, be solid, not great players), and 33% will be elite players (2-3 year starters, all conference or all American). So it's important, IMO, that the coaches can find at least a few guys that can be good players that are unheralded.

Yeah. But that's what I mean, you HAVE to find at least a few really good 2 and 3 stars if you want to win the NC or contend for it.

Brandon James, 2 star.

Patrick Willis was a two star coming into Ole Miss. Peria Jerry was a two star when he originally came out.