That's a dangerous way to think for Vanderbilt. The obsession with average player rating is a consolation prize for programs that can't fill a class. You're right that the average is higher, but you're ignoring the foundational math of roster construction. A class with 12 high-rated players still leaves 13 scholarships for walk-ons or desperate reaches next year. Teams loading up with 25+ signees aren't just padding, they're managing losses and building depth, which Vanderbilt chronically lacks. Your blue-chip percentage might look good on paper now, but when injuries hit, you're playing a significant talent drop-off. Look at the actual SEC contenders, they have both high averages AND high volume. Vanderbilt's path might get you a nice headline today, but it won't hold up over a 12-game SEC schedule where physical depth is everything. The overall number dictates the conversation because it reflects a program's ability to recruit at scale, which is the true test. You can't develop players you don't have. This strategy feels like a one-year anomaly, not a sustainable model.