Recruiting rankings by the self-proclaimed experts are what they are. However, most important is recruiting to your needs. Three 5 star RBs will not help a team without an offensive line as much as one top RB with a strong supporting line.
Tom Fisher, who was tragically killed in an automobile accident , was probably the best freshman LB ever at Tennessee. He was not a true freshman however, as until 1972 freshmen could not play on the varsity. But his first year was fantastic.
Why be enthralled by the analysts' stars or rankings? Our signees are who they are and any bump in their rankings makes no difference, except what - bragging rights? I am more concerned about our coaches' evaluations and filling of needs.