Re-visiting Callahan's 2005 Class

[Husker Psycho]

As I said on the Newby thread...

What Callahan's 2005 recruiting class shows clearly, is that those who have been crying forever that it's somehow more difficult to recruit to Nebraska, are just plain WRONG.

Those complaining and crying that it's soooo hard to recruit at Nebraska are just making lame excuses for their own poor performance and trying desperately to escape responsibility for their own poor recruiting.

It takes coaches-recruiting coordinators with talent at recruiting... in order to have great athletes come to Nebraska... the exact same thing it takes at every other college. It's just that simple.

No more excuses.

And one of the guys responsible for those recruits is no longer coaching because of scandals with an agent. He was also being investigated for possible recruiting violations at 2 different schools.

I do agree that we can get top talent to commit but it wont be at the rate of other schools that are in the middle of recruiting hotbeds. I think the 2017 class has the potential to be a once in a decade type of class for us. Lots and lots of potential.

I've always said that one of the greatest threats or maybe the greatest threat to our program is the mindset... that starts at the very top and has filtered down to some fans... is the mindset that ASSUMES FAILURE.

It's not a mindset about what I stated, it's just pure fact. Teams that are in the middle of or in close proximity to recruiting hotbeds will almost always have better recruiting classes year in and year out over a team that is distant from one.

No it's not a fact... it's an excuse.

 

[GBRedneck]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So you are wrong and you reply with a stupid comment. Shocking

Dude, you listed the highest rated recruits that show any interest in Nebraska whatsoever and then said "If we sign them ALL . . .".

If my aunt had balls, she'd be my uncle.

I didn't list any recruits, that was BRB. He listed them because we actually do have a real shot at getting them. We are either the team to beat or are top 2-3 for them.

Farniok - in the lead

Reese - We are one of 4 teams listed with equal interest. And our OV was first, with the three others coming more recently.

Fitzpatrick - We are one of 8 teams listed with equal interest. And he's taking an OV to Louisville Jan 29.

Jackson - We are one of 12 teams listed with medium interest.

Watts - One of 5 schools listed with high interest

Poljan - One of about 30 schools listed with medium interest, but only 7 have offered.

I. Simmons - One of 5 schools listed with high interest.

M. Simmons - One of 6 schools listed with high interest.

So what do you think the odds are of Riley signing all of them?

I will absolutely say we will not get all of these but, I think we have a good shot at getting many of them. I never said we would. I said if we "could" get them. Big difference. You, on the other hand, stated that we are in on very few highly rated players. I listed the ones we have a chance at getting. It's clear why you didn't like my list since it didn't follow your agenda.

Are 3*s considered highly ranked players now?

 

[Creighton Duke]

This thread was started for one reason...

Yes, for people to reminisce about Harrison Beck's mother complaining to the LJS.

At least, that's what I'm doing right now.

 

[ColoradoHusk]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So you are wrong and you reply with a stupid comment. Shocking

Dude, you listed the highest rated recruits that show any interest in Nebraska whatsoever and then said "If we sign them ALL . . .".

If my aunt had balls, she'd be my uncle.

I didn't list any recruits, that was BRB. He listed them because we actually do have a real shot at getting them. We are either the team to beat or are top 2-3 for them.

Farniok - in the lead

Reese - We are one of 4 teams listed with equal interest. And our OV was first, with the three others coming more recently.

Fitzpatrick - We are one of 8 teams listed with equal interest. And he's taking an OV to Louisville Jan 29.

Jackson - We are one of 12 teams listed with medium interest.

Watts - One of 5 schools listed with high interest

Poljan - One of about 30 schools listed with medium interest, but only 7 have offered.

I. Simmons - One of 5 schools listed with high interest.

M. Simmons - One of 6 schools listed with high interest.

So what do you think the odds are of Riley signing all of them?

I will absolutely say we will not get all of these but, I think we have a good shot at getting many of them. I never said we would. I said if we "could" get them. Big difference. You, on the other hand, stated that we are in on very few highly rated players. I listed the ones we have a chance at getting. It's clear why you didn't like my list since it didn't follow your agenda.

Are 3*s considered highly ranked players now?

Well, 3 stars were considered average under Bo, but now they are awesome!!!

 

[NUinID]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So what exactly do you want? There is no absolutes in recruiting until they sign their LOI.

Do you even pay even a little bit of attantion to recruiting? If you do you would know that it is pretty likely we get Farniok, Fitzgerald and I. Simmons is looking real good also. I personally think we get the big TE Poljan to.

 

[BigRedBuster]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So you are wrong and you reply with a stupid comment. Shocking

Dude, you listed the highest rated recruits that show any interest in Nebraska whatsoever and then said "If we sign them ALL . . .".

If my aunt had balls, she'd be my uncle.

I didn't list any recruits, that was BRB. He listed them because we actually do have a real shot at getting them. We are either the team to beat or are top 2-3 for them.

Farniok - in the lead

Reese - We are one of 4 teams listed with equal interest. And our OV was first, with the three others coming more recently.

Fitzpatrick - We are one of 8 teams listed with equal interest. And he's taking an OV to Louisville Jan 29.

Jackson - We are one of 12 teams listed with medium interest.

Watts - One of 5 schools listed with high interest

Poljan - One of about 30 schools listed with medium interest, but only 7 have offered.

I. Simmons - One of 5 schools listed with high interest.

M. Simmons - One of 6 schools listed with high interest.

So what do you think the odds are of Riley signing all of them?

I will absolutely say we will not get all of these but, I think we have a good shot at getting many of them. I never said we would. I said if we "could" get them. Big difference. You, on the other hand, stated that we are in on very few highly rated players. I listed the ones we have a chance at getting. It's clear why you didn't like my list since it didn't follow your agenda.

Are 3*s considered highly ranked players now?

Well, 3 stars were considered average under Bo, but now they are awesome!!!

It's always interesting when people's agenda is shown very clearly in their posts.

Thanks.

I listed some 4 star and included some three star players that I think are pretty good players. No, not all 3 star players are. You completely ignore the 4 star players I listed that we are the favorites in and do nothing but make snide comments about the 3 stars.

Agenda is made very clear.

Carry on.

 

[GBRedneck]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So what exactly do you want? There is no absolutes in recruiting until they sign their LOI.

Do you even pay even a little bit of attantion to recruiting? If you do you would know that it is pretty likely we get Farniok, Fitzgerald and I. Simmons is looking real good also. I personally think we get the big TE Poljan to.

HAHAHAHA!! Now that's funny. Everyone who follows recruiting a little bit KNOWS who all of our next commits are going to be.

BTW, who is this "Fitzgerald" you speak of? You must be a REAL insider!

 

[NUinID]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So you are wrong and you reply with a stupid comment. Shocking

Dude, you listed the highest rated recruits that show any interest in Nebraska whatsoever and then said "If we sign them ALL . . .".

If my aunt had balls, she'd be my uncle.

I didn't list any recruits, that was BRB. He listed them because we actually do have a real shot at getting them. We are either the team to beat or are top 2-3 for them.

Farniok - in the lead

Reese - We are one of 4 teams listed with equal interest. And our OV was first, with the three others coming more recently.

Fitzpatrick - We are one of 8 teams listed with equal interest. And he's taking an OV to Louisville Jan 29.

Jackson - We are one of 12 teams listed with medium interest.

Watts - One of 5 schools listed with high interest

Poljan - One of about 30 schools listed with medium interest, but only 7 have offered.

I. Simmons - One of 5 schools listed with high interest.

M. Simmons - One of 6 schools listed with high interest.

So what do you think the odds are of Riley signing all of them?

I will absolutely say we will not get all of these but, I think we have a good shot at getting many of them. I never said we would. I said if we "could" get them. Big difference. You, on the other hand, stated that we are in on very few highly rated players. I listed the ones we have a chance at getting. It's clear why you didn't like my list since it didn't follow your agenda.

Are 3*s considered highly ranked players now?

Well, 3 stars were considered average under Bo, but now they are awesome!!!

Good 3 star players are the back bone of most programs even the elite have a lot of 3 star guys on their roster.

 

[NUinID]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So what exactly do you want? There is no absolutes in recruiting until they sign their LOI.

Do you even pay even a little bit of attantion to recruiting? If you do you would know that it is pretty likely we get Farniok, Fitzgerald and I. Simmons is looking real good also. I personally think we get the big TE Poljan to.

HAHAHAHA!! Now that's funny. Everyone who follows recruiting a little bit KNOWS who all of our next recruits are going to be.

BTW, who is this "Fitzgerald" you speak of? You must be a REAL insider!

Sorry, typing fast, wasn't thinking. Fitzpatrick do you feel better now? The real issue is that you didn't answer my question.

 

[GBRedneck]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So what exactly do you want? There is no absolutes in recruiting until they sign their LOI.

Do you even pay even a little bit of attantion to recruiting? If you do you would know that it is pretty likely we get Farniok, Fitzgerald and I. Simmons is looking real good also. I personally think we get the big TE Poljan to.

HAHAHAHA!! Now that's funny. Everyone who follows recruiting a little bit KNOWS who all of our next recruits are going to be.

BTW, who is this "Fitzgerald" you speak of? You must be a REAL insider!

Sorry, typing fast, wasn't thinking. Fitzpatrick do you feel better now? The real issue is that you didn't answer my question.

I want results, not hope and change.

 

[NUinID]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So what exactly do you want? There is no absolutes in recruiting until they sign their LOI.

Do you even pay even a little bit of attantion to recruiting? If you do you would know that it is pretty likely we get Farniok, Fitzgerald and I. Simmons is looking real good also. I personally think we get the big TE Poljan to.

HAHAHAHA!! Now that's funny. Everyone who follows recruiting a little bit KNOWS who all of our next recruits are going to be.

BTW, who is this "Fitzgerald" you speak of? You must be a REAL insider!

Sorry, typing fast, wasn't thinking. Fitzpatrick do you feel better now? The real issue is that you didn't answer my question.

I want results, not hope and change.

Who doesn't as far as results on this recruiting class go you have to wait until the first week of February to see who signs. Then you have to wait most like 2-3 years to see how they pan out.

 

[BigRedBuster]

Having over half a recruiting class not contributing much is pretty common.

I find this interesting.

2005 Average star 3.15 (32 recruits)

2016 Average Star 3.2 (15 recruits) obviously not finished yet.

What this basically points out is that in college football, one recruiting class doesn't push you over the edge to greatness. It takes several years of that type of class to do that.

But, you have to start somewhere. Let's keep this class rolling and carry that momentum into next year.

Prospects for the current class are looking pretty bleak. We likely need at least 8 more bodies to fill the class, and we are in (really in, not just an offer with low interest) on very few high ranked players. We are currently ranked #31 on 247.

Not sure where you are getting that.

Here are the players I think we are still in on pretty well.

Farniok 4*

Reese 3* (admittedly, I am concerned about his recent trip to Texas)

Fitzpatrick 4*

L. Jackson 4*

Watts 3*

Poljan 3*

I. Simmons 4*

M. Simmons 3*

Those 8 have an average star ranking of 3.5. If we could get these, that would put our average star ranking at 3.3. That's a better pace than our last staff was in their second season. And, we are in on a lot of really good talent right now for the 2017 class.

If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, we'd all have a Merry Christmas!

So what exactly do you want? There is no absolutes in recruiting until they sign their LOI.

Do you even pay even a little bit of attantion to recruiting? If you do you would know that it is pretty likely we get Farniok, Fitzgerald and I. Simmons is looking real good also. I personally think we get the big TE Poljan to.

HAHAHAHA!! Now that's funny. Everyone who follows recruiting a little bit KNOWS who all of our next recruits are going to be.

BTW, who is this "Fitzgerald" you speak of? You must be a REAL insider!

Sorry, typing fast, wasn't thinking. Fitzpatrick do you feel better now? The real issue is that you didn't answer my question.

I want results, not hope and change.

Who doesn't as far as results on this recruiting class go you have to wait until the first week of February to see who signs. Then you have to wait most like 2-3 years to see how they pan out.

But..hey...might as well spend that time bitching and moaning about everything no matter if you have your facts straight or not.

 

[Stumpy1]

As I said on the Newby thread...

What Callahan's 2005 recruiting class shows clearly, is that those who have been crying forever that it's somehow more difficult to recruit to Nebraska, are just plain WRONG.

Those complaining and crying that it's soooo hard to recruit at Nebraska are just making lame excuses for their own poor performance and trying desperately to escape responsibility for their own poor recruiting.

It takes coaches-recruiting coordinators with talent at recruiting... in order to have great athletes come to Nebraska... the exact same thing it takes at every other college. It's just that simple.

No more excuses.

And one of the guys responsible for those recruits is no longer coaching because of scandals with an agent. He was also being investigated for possible recruiting violations at 2 different schools.

I do agree that we can get top talent to commit but it wont be at the rate of other schools that are in the middle of recruiting hotbeds. I think the 2017 class has the potential to be a once in a decade type of class for us. Lots and lots of potential.

I've always said that one of the greatest threats or maybe the greatest threat to our program is the mindset... that starts at the very top and has filtered down to some fans... is the mindset that ASSUMES FAILURE.

It's not a mindset about what I stated, it's just pure fact. Teams that are in the middle of or in close proximity to recruiting hotbeds will almost always have better recruiting classes year in and year out over a team that is distant from one.

No it's not a fact... it's an excuse.

You honestly don't pay attention to recruiting. The top states for recruiting are California, Florida, Texas, Ohio, and Georgia. The Northeast and East Coast produce lots of talents also. Take a look at these classes and tell me that proximity doesn't play a roll.

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2010/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2011/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2012/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2013/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2014/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2015/all/all

 

[BigRedBuster]

If someone doesn't think we are at a disadvantage in recruiting based on location then they either aren't paying attention or are blind to the issue.

 

[Husker Psycho]

As I said on the Newby thread...

What Callahan's 2005 recruiting class shows clearly, is that those who have been crying forever that it's somehow more difficult to recruit to Nebraska, are just plain WRONG.

Those complaining and crying that it's soooo hard to recruit at Nebraska are just making lame excuses for their own poor performance and trying desperately to escape responsibility for their own poor recruiting.

It takes coaches-recruiting coordinators with talent at recruiting... in order to have great athletes come to Nebraska... the exact same thing it takes at every other college. It's just that simple.

No more excuses.

And one of the guys responsible for those recruits is no longer coaching because of scandals with an agent. He was also being investigated for possible recruiting violations at 2 different schools.

I do agree that we can get top talent to commit but it wont be at the rate of other schools that are in the middle of recruiting hotbeds. I think the 2017 class has the potential to be a once in a decade type of class for us. Lots and lots of potential.

I've always said that one of the greatest threats or maybe the greatest threat to our program is the mindset... that starts at the very top and has filtered down to some fans... is the mindset that ASSUMES FAILURE.

It's not a mindset about what I stated, it's just pure fact. Teams that are in the middle of or in close proximity to recruiting hotbeds will almost always have better recruiting classes year in and year out over a team that is distant from one.

No it's not a fact... it's an excuse.

You honestly don't pay attention to recruiting. The top states for recruiting are California, Florida, Texas, Ohio, and Georgia. The Northeast and East Coast produce lots of talents also. Take a look at these classes and tell me that proximity doesn't play a roll.

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2010/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2011/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2012/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2013/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2014/all/all

https://rivals.yahoo.com/nebraska/football/recruiting/teamrank/2015/all/all

Alabama's current recruiting class highest rated recruits 4**** and 5***** players:

1-NY... 1-MISS... 1-MD... 1-NC... 2-TX... 1-CA... 1-VA... 2-AL

That means that 80% of Alabama's top recruits are from somewhere other than Alabama and in fact they are from all over the country. Their top recruit is from California.

Great coaching and great recruiting is the key... not where the team is located. If you have great coaches the players will come... from all over the country.

No more excuses.