College football’s recruiting calendar is always a hot topic on signing day. This year’s class of freshmen brings together some of the best talent from around the country. Top-ranked teams like Texas, Ohio State, Georgia, and Alabama are dominating the national rankings.
However, transfer portal changes have impacted how we view signing day. With many players transferring at least once in their careers, the hype surrounding this event has decreased. Despite this, traditional recruiting still lays the foundation for College Football Playoff appearances and national championships.
Here are the biggest winners and losers from signing day:
Winners:
– Texas: The Longhorns secured a top-ranked class with five-star recruit Michael Terry III, who can play wide receiver or in the backfield.
– Florida: Coach Billy Napier’s return led to several key flips and holds, securing a top-15 class for the Gators.
– Michigan: Pulling quarterback Bryce Underwood away from LSU was a huge win for the Wolverines.
Losers:
– LSU: While the Tigers signed an elite class with in-state talent, they missed on some key recruits like quarterback Bryce Underwood and receiver Derek Meadows.
– Arkansas: The Razorbacks’ class ranks around No. 30 nationally, below other SEC teams but still a respectable effort.
Overall, the top programs continue to dominate recruiting, while others have to settle for solid classes that don’t quite live up to expectations.
Source: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/2024/12/04/college-football-signing-day-winners-losers-texas-lsu/76765860007