If you asked me at the beginning of the year what I would be writing about regarding Conference USA, one of the last things on my list would be Rice Owls recruiting. Alas, we stand here in early July with the Owls shaping together what looks to the one of the best recruiting classes in school history with over six months left until signing day.
After starting early in April by landing the commitment of coveted three-star offensive linemen Hayden Howerton, the Owls have not slowed down on the recruiting trail. Since Howerton, head coach David Bailiff has landed nine more players for a Conference USA leading 13 total commitments.