Update on CBB's recruiting class rankings Wisky vs Ark and why our arrow is pointing upwards

[JackJohnson]

Here is his recruiting class comparisons from Wisconsin to Ark

All Rankings according to Scout

3 Classes at Ark
2015- #22 overall 0 5*, 7 4*, 16 3* 3.25 * average
2014- #33 overall 0 5*, 5 4*, 15 3* 3.04 * average
2013- #32 overall 1 5*, 3 4*, 13 3* 2.96 * average
Total- 1 5*, 15 4*, 44 3*

7 Classes at Wisconsin
2012- #63 overall 0 5*, 5 4*,   4 3* 3.17 * average
2011- #38 overall 0 5*, 1 4*, 17 3* 2.90 * average
2010- #33 overall 0 5*, 1 4*, 17 3* 2.73 * average
2009- #51 overall 0 5*, 2 4*, 11 3* 2.71 * average
2008- #26 overall 0 5*, 1 4*, 18 3* 2.83 * average
2007- #41 overall 1 5*, 2 4*,   9 3* 2.89 * average
2006- #37 overall 0 5*, 2 4*,   8 3* 2.52 * average
Total- 1 5*, 14 4*,  84 3*

Average at UW compared to Ark
UA- #29     overall .33 5*, 5 4*, 14.67 3* 3.08 * average
UW- #41.3 overall .14 5*, 2 4*, 12 3*      2.82 * average

Now take the above data and look below at what he has been able to do with lesser talent when it comes to player development based on the NFL draft. 

Bielema had 30 players drafted while he was HC at Wisconsin (counting the 5 Wisky guys this year)

According to the scout rankings

1 5*
3 4*
11 3*
9 2* (one being 1st rounder and Def POY Watt who transferred in as a walk on TE, Russell Wilson and 1st rounder Frederick)
6 NO stars (including 3rd overall pick and All Pro Joe Thomas and 4 former Walkons)

Average scout star rankings of his 30 NFL draft picks- 2.27

Average round drafted for his 30 NFL draft picks- 3.6

Average pick for his 25 NFL draft picks- 108

The past 4 drafts he has had 7 OL picked- 3 1st rounders, 2 2nd, 1 3rd, 1 5th and a 7th.  Those guys were: 4 3*'s, 2 2*'s and NO Star Walk on TE. Basically if you start at OL for CBB the past 3 years, you will be drafted.

2014 3 68 Dezmen Southward Falcons FS Wisconsin 2* unranked S http://profootball.scout.com/a.z?s=127&p=8&c=1&yr=2014&nid=4108099
2014 3 77 Chris Borland 49ers MLB Wisconsin 2* #55 MLB http://profootball.scout.com/a.z?s=127&p=8&c=1&yr=2014&nid=3812708
2014 4 130 James White Patriots RB Wisconsin 3* #70 RB http://profootball.scout.com/a.z?s=127&p=8&c=1&yr=2014&nid=4108113
2014 5 176 Jared Abbrederis Packers WR Wisconsin no star unranked walk on WR http://wisconsin.scout.com/2/1355306.html#/2/1355306.html
2014 7 224 Beau Allen Eagles DT Wisconsin 4* #26 DT http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=3566750#/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=3566750

2013 1 31 Travis Frederick Cowboys C Wisconsin 2* #104 OT http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=3292050
2013 2 58 Montee Ball Broncos RB Wisconsin 3* #47 RB http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=3114255
2013 5 168 Ricky Wagner Ravens OT Wisconsin NO star former walk on TE http://profootball.scout.com/a.z?s=127&p=8&c=1&yr=2013&nid=3748887

2012 1 27  Kevin Zeitler Bengals OG Wisconsin 3* #22 OG http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=3126005
2012 2 55  Peter Konz Falcons C Wisconsin 3* #38 OT http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=3044890
2012 3 75  Russell Wilson Seahawks QB Wisconsin 2* #67 QB http://profootball.scout.com/a.z?s=127&p=8&c=1&yr=2012&nid=2508716
2012 4 122 Nick Toon Saints  WR Wisconsin 3* #89 WR http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=2415550
2012 5 157 Bradie Ewing Falcons  FB Wisconsin  no star unranked walk on RB http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=3400974
2012 6 207 Brad Nortman Panthers  P Wisconsin 2* #4 P http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=3202298

2011 1 11  J.J. Watt Texans DE Wisconsin 2* unranked DE http://profootball.scout.com/a.z?s=127&p=8&c=1&yr=2011&nid=2592221
2011 1 29  Gabe Carimi Bears OT Wisconsin 3* unranked OT http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=1776866
2011 2 47  Lance Hendricks Rams TE Wisconsin 4* #12 WR http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=1776750
2011 3 75  John Moffitt Seahawks OG Wisconsin 2* unranked OG http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=1886727
2011 7 252 Bill Nagy Cowboys OG Wisconsin 3* #55 OG http://recruiting.scout.com/a.z?s=73&p=8&c=1&nid=1771944

2010 4 118 Garrett Graham Texans TE Wisconsin 2* #53 TE http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=1201226
2010 4 130 O'Brien Schofield Cardinals LB Wisconsin 3* #55 LB http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=1201775

2009 3 71  Matt Shaughnessy Raiders DE Wisconsin 2* unranked DE http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=1199981
2009 3 76  Deandre Levy Lions LB Wisconsin 3* #78 LB http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=1335989
2009 3 79  Kraig Urbik Steelers OG Wisconsin 4* #24 OL http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=661266
2009 3 100 Travis Beckum Giants TE Wisconsin 5* #1 DE http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=708871

2008 4 131 Jack Ikegwuonu Eagles CB Wisconsin NO star unranked CB http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=968625
2008 6 178 Taylor Mehlhall Saints K Wisconsin 3 star unranked K http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=992940
2008 6 181 Nick Hayden Panthers DT Wisconsin 3* #43 DT http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=680190
2008 6 191 Paul Hubbard Browns WR Wisconsin former walk on http://profootball.scout.com/a.z?s=127&p=8&c=1&nid=3262537&yr=2008

2007 1 3   Joe Thomas Browns OT Wisconsin NO star unranked OT http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=269855 

Since coming to Ark he has been able to sign better players (in terms of rankings as well as offers from other major programs).  Imagine what he is going to be able to do as he continues to stockpile players that have both a higher floor...and a higher ceiling

[jtw732]

This really is indicative of how well CBB can turn lower rated kids into big time players.

[Chief Mac]

Thanks for the data crunch and post Jack.  Good info!

[Hoggish1]

Beautiful work Jack.

Is there any doubt that redshirting, then developing talent work very well?  I think not.

This is how you do it when you use our style of play.

It also complements a rock solid D, which is what wins championships.

[jgphillips3]

He definitely has done more with less.  I can't wait to see if he can do even more with more.

[Pork Twain]

I have never been this excited for the talent level and depth on the Hogs

[redeye]

Nice work Jack!

And yes, this is big:

Since coming to Ark he has been able to sign better players (in terms of rankings as well as offers from other major programs).  Imagine what he is going to be able to do as he continues to stockpile players that have both a higher floor...and a higher ceiling

[Seebs]

I started to read all of this and my mind started making modem sounds. Had to stop. Well done but way too much information.

Bottom Line - CBB is the right man in the right place.  Gotcha.

[Oklahawg]

Great post and commentary.

I can't wait to see where this takes us in a few years.

[jgphillips3]

Great post and commentary.

I can't wait to see where this takes us in a few years.

We will finally, truly, be able to say..."next".

[Hog1952]

More winning and it's going to get better!   WPS!!