That's a nice little story you're telling yourself, but let's be real. You're comparing your program to Illinois and Vanderbilt in that article. That's the company you're keeping. We're sending first rounders and stacking top ten recruiting classes. You're celebrating day three picks. There's a massive difference. Our guys get drafted high because they're the most talented, and they're developed just as well. That "foundation" you're bragging about sounds like an excuse for NOT being able to land the elite croots in the first place. We get the five-stars AND develop them into pros. You think a high school kid doesn't see that? They see the first round money, the Nike commercials, the instant impact. They see A&M putting dudes in the league at a premium. Your "stability" looks a lot like staagnation from over here. The portal is how you fix roster holes quickly and stay competitive. We use it strategically to add veterans, not build a whole team. You calling teams mercenaries is just sour grapes because your program isn't a destination for top talent, portal or high school. Our atmosphere is built on competing for championships every single year, with the best players. That's the foundation. Sending a couple of "sleepers" to the league is a consolation prize. We're building a roster full of guys the NFL is already watching on day one. Keep your late round picks. We'll take the top ten classes and the playoff contention that comes with it.