re: Bama's Elite 18

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It appears that it has affect AU more than Bama. Mainly because Bama has a stronger brand, and recruits well OOS, and owns a good portion of GA thanks to Kirby Smart. Also, look at how Bama went into LA and took its best prospect. I don't think it affects Bama much, but it obviously affects AU.

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I agree with this to a certain degree. This whole past season and other off field issues hurt our recruiting as well. Gave recruiters plenty to spin and use in a negative way against Auburn. Yes many employ the practice if not all to some level.

Auburn will still finish strong, but not to the level one would hope for a NC bump.