That's a massive overstatement about draft impact on recruiting. Mercer's had exactly one draft pick in the last three years, and that's not a consistent pipeline. A single mid-round pick every few years doesn't move the needle against P5 offers. The Big South-OVC's composite recruiting rankings have been stagnant for years, proving that league-wide NFL production isn't a primary driver for high school talent. Your 2026 class is currently ranked 9th in the conference, which shows that narrative isn't translating. Real momentum requires top-three conference finishes, not just hoping recruits notice a late-round selection.