This obsession with finding hidden gems is how you end up with a roster full of try-hard guys who get physically dominated. Look at the last five national champions, their average talent level is over 70%. You can't just coach up three-stars to beat Georgia's five-star defensive line. The portal is the foundation now, it's how you instantly fix roster holes from developmental misses. LSU's 2024 class had a 92% talent level, and that's why they're competing for titles while you're hoping for diamonds in the rough. The data is clear, elite talent wins championships. Your path just leads to a permanent ceiling in the Mountain East.