Gambling on high upside prospects is a vintage tactic in recruiting. Coaches are always looking for untapped potential, and it’s not uncommon that a player with elite athletic ability never emerges as an elite football prospect. Perhaps the athlete is new to the sport, or perhaps he plays for a program without resources to get him exposure. Perhaps he plays light competition and perhaps he just never really did the things he should to put himself in that position. There’s plenty of explanations and it’s typically these types of guys that turn into Khalil Mack or whatever other 2-star prospect you want to highlight.
Better Know a Freshman: Dantrieze Scott
