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re: Class of 2018 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: So Long Old Friend Edition
Posted on 4/21/17 at 10:20 am to TideSaint
Posted on 4/21/17 at 10:20 am to TideSaint
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Out-of-state recruiting is becoming more important in today’s world of college football and we are seeing schools march into enemy territory and pull top prospects away with regularity. This week, we took a look at five of the biggest talent-producing states in recruiting and what schools have done the best job raiding them since 2012. We conclude the series with a look at Texas.
With so many schools that recruit well within the state it’s not surprising to see success levels for Texas and Texas A&M. In fact, it’s been quite a battle between the two programs since 2012 to keep prospects ranked four-stars or above at home with the Longhorns signing 56 such prospects and the Aggies close behind with 51. Baylor (14), TCU (10) and Texas Tech (eight) are well behind the duo. Here’s a breakdown of the out-of-state programs that have landed the most four-stars or higher from Texas since 2012.
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Posted on 4/21/17 at 10:21 am to TideSaint
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3. ALABAMA
The Crimson Tide continue to bring in elite-level talent from Texas. A’Shawn Robinson was the most noteworthy addition back in 2013, but with the surprising emergence of Jalen Hurts this past season as a true freshman, the pipeline from Texas to Alabama is sure to continue. Three more four-stars signed with the Crimson Tide in February to help continue this trend, as wide receiver Tyrell Shavers and tight ends Major Tennison and Kedrick James all hope to make an impact in 2017.
Farrell’s take: Alabama can spot recruit anywhere and while it was a surprise it stole Robinson from Texas back in 2013, it’s no longer a surprise when the Tide are a finalist for Texas prospects. While success has been up and down for those heading to Alabama from the state, the lure of national titles will continue to draw players as long as Nick Saban is in charge.
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