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I would have to imagine the common fan (who doesn't pay attention to any of this shite) casually looks at ESPN to see who they picked up for the first time all year.

I think you have to pay at ESPN to even view the commit list for each team.

If I could fix ESPN:

1. Devote more time and energy into evaluating prospects

2. Be more transparent about how their team rankings are formulated

3. Allow me to view commits from my team and highlights without having to pay to be an "INsider"

The thing is, ESPN could monopolize the industry if they were willing to put in the work. They just won't invest. 247, Rivals, and Scout invest MILLIONS in recruiting. ESPN invests in signing day. They put on a good production, but they're missing the whole product.

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Posted by OKtiger

Tulsa, OK

Member since Nov 2014

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Posted on 2/3/16 at 2:37 pm to Tuscaloosa

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They put on a good production, but they're missing the whole product.

That's on them and their business plan. As for the production, you are absolutely right. They do put on a big production that bodes well with recruits and the average fan.

The average fan is not like you and I. When they think of ESPN, they automatically assume credibility (whether they deserve it or not). ESPN puts on one of the biggest High School All-Star games in the entire country, which resonates well with recruits. They pay attention to ESPN and their recruiting services more than you actually want to believe.

When SportsCenter comes on at 5, no one will be paying to see LSU finishing up the recruiting cycle as the #1 class in the nation.

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