re: 2015 optimism depending on recruiting--predictions

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How much damage do you think was done to our 2015 recruiting by this loss to Bama? I mean specific guys who might be swayed, not just general statements.

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Probably not much. Most of these guys have been recruited for over 2 years by their final schools of interest. I can't imagine there were very many who were completely torn on where to go, and were waiting on the outcome of the Bama game to sway their decision. You have to remember, every one of these guys see themselves as future #1 NFL draft picks. I would venture to guess that the top priority for most is going to a school where they can play very early on and get out of college as fast as they can. Over the last few years, LSU has shown that if you're good enough to see the field as a true freshman, you will. With the number of skill players on offense who are expected to leave after this year, coupled with a defense that looks as if it is in need of a severe injection of talent, I would say the odds of many true freshman playing early next year is high. Thus, LSU will probably remain a desireable destination despite the fact that this season hasn't been up to recent standards.