So the most recent and salient buzz is that UM is outrecruiting MSU in the state of Michigan. Well, there is unfortunately no denying that. We have clearly lost several head-to-head battles, and it appears we will lose a few more before the year is through. It does appear that UM's new defensive coordinator, Greg Mattison, is a particularly strong magnet for defensive talent. So I think we will struggle to win head-to-head battles for defensive recruits.
Having said that, I would say that it's too early to know if UM has the edge on the offensive side of the ball, too; and I suspect that by the end of the season we will be holding our own on offense. In general, it is too early in the process to panic, particularly when you consider that this is the deepest pool of talent the Midwest has produced in a long time, if not ever. There's plenty of talent left. In fact, the talent pool looks deep enough that even the lowest-tier B1G teams will likely have the opportunity to sign several quality players.
Moreover, as the year progresses, I suspect we will begin to draw our fair share of recruits. Barring great misfortune, the Spartans are set to have their best season yet under Dantonio. Of course, winning will help us on the recruiting trail, but perhaps more importantly, with respect to recruiting, MSU appears set to make a strong showing in next year's NFL draft. Jerel Worthy is being mentioned as a top-10 prospect, and I wouldn't be surprised to see Kirk Cousins go in the first round, as well. Could Edwin Baker also go in the first round, if he decides to come out early? I'd hate to see him go early, but he does have the talent to be a first-rounder. This kind of success in the draft could easily translate into success in recruiting. And so, you won't find me worrying about recruting until January, 2012.
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