Recapping UNT’s last five recruiting classes: ’08 class yielded big re

[Harry]

Class: 2009

Rivals.com ranking: Tied, 104

MVP: Derek Thompson

Gem: DT Shavod Atkinson (three-star by Rivals.com)

Review: UNT tried to bolster its defensive front by
signing six defensive linemen, including three JUCO transfers. Wide
receiver Daniel Mayberry and defensive backs Chevy Bennett and De’Andre
Stewart never made it to UNT. To make matters worse, Bennett ended up
going to junior college and finishing his career at Houston after UNT
tried to re-sign him. Punter Will Atterberry had a terrific career and
was a second-team All-Sun Belt pick last season. Defensive lineman Ryan
Boutwell and cornerback Hilbert Jackson have contributed. Quarterback
Derek Thompson was not highly regarded, but has started each of the last
two seasons.

Current grade: C

Read more: http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/2013/02/recapping-unts-last-five-recruiting-classes-08-class-yielded-big-returns-for-mean-green.html/

[GrayEagle]

In truth, Dodge's recruiting wasn't that bad when it came to signing recruits. The huge problem was getting them on campus and then keeping them on campus.

A part of me still believes that if Dodge had chosen his coaching staff wisely he might have had an effective run as head coach.

[greenminer]

In truth, Dodge's recruiting wasn't that bad when it came to signing recruits. The huge problem was getting them on campus and then keeping them on campus.

A part of me still believes that if Dodge had chosen his coaching staff wisely he might have had an effective run as head coach.

If you look right around the corner, you'll find a 1st year coach surrounded by decades of coaching successes and still failing beyond explanation. Just a thought...

[GrayEagle]

I hear you and I have two thoughts about that. First, basketball is different in that you're dealing with thirteen vs. eighty-five. My second thought is...how can you possibly screw that up with way above average talent and tons of coaching experience?