re: Bad decisions by recruits of the past...

Both Reed and Robinson are seeing the field a lot more at Auburn than they would have at LSU.

Reed will eventually be the go to receiver, like Blake, if he can stay healthy.

Robinson is playing LT, and getting a chance to hone his skills there, which is a much more valuable commodity for the NFL. I don't think he ever takes a snap at tackle at LSU.

It really comes down to what they perceive as success. If the game is about personal accomplishments for them, they're probably pretty satisfied right now.

If they're team players, they have to be envious of LSU. I do think they risk an easier route to eventual career success outside of football by leaving the state.

No doubt in my mind. Not that they may not acheive this out of state, but the odds are not quite as good for them. And, I'm sure stats would hold true in this case.