Youngstown State has produced more NFL talent per capita than most programs in the FCS over the last decade. The Penguins' 18 draft picks since 2010, including recent selections like defensive end Justus Reed, demonstrate a proven development system within the MVFC. Clemson's model works at the P5 level, but ignoring the portal entirely is a luxury few can afford. The consistent pipeline from Stambaugh Stadium to the league, with a focus on refining multi-year players, shows elite development isn't confined to the Power Five.