This could be the case. But I think you see where I'm coming from...or perhaps you don't. Not being on EB's level doesn't disqualify you from being legit. There are NFL pro bowlers who IMO aren't on EB's level. And we can go back to the Gene McEvers days and struggle to find 10 players on EB's level. I just don't get the "if we don't get them oh well" notion. But that's just me.
Again, if these kids are as good as JAMES Berry (not Eric), they are takes all day long. JMO
Many people considered James Berry to be the best prospect in the nation when he signed with UT. He was the crown jewel of Majors highly regarded 1st class of VOLS.