I really think this is an old argument pushed by the people doing the recruiting rankings, like ESPN, Rivals, Scout.
1. I recognize that Snyder is awesome.
2. I also realize that some kids will peak talent-wise at 17-18 vs. some that will grow into studs.
But, to say that we were less talented, seems odd to me? Other than using it as a gimmick talking point to distract from the fact they aren't all that accurate (although they have a decent track record with the 5 stars). Look at the recruiting rankings of A&M vs. K-State...A&M didn't have that many players that were better than our guys, and obviously we won the game.
A&M's 2014 class alone (featured 5 star Myles Garrett) had 3-5 Stars and 10-4 Stars alone. The media doesn't won't admit it but they are pushing a lie, because recruiting coverage has become such a big business for them.
Heath-2 star
Risner-3 star
Lee-3 star
Johnson-2 star
Adams-2 star
Dimel-3 star
2013: (A&M signed 15-4 stars)
Ertz:-2 star
Valentine-2 star
Willis-3 star
Moore-3 star
Thoughts anyone?