re: Class of 2017 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: Say Your Goodbyes Edition

I understand the desire to sign the top guys from the state, but I don't know if program loyalty plays much of a factor. Justin Coleman is transferring from the basketball team. Christian Bell is transferring from the football team (after grayshirting).

At the end of the day, players will do what is in their best interest in most cases. Coaches will sign the best players to fit the needs for the team/locker room.

To put a number on the number of instate kids before evaluating the talent seems to be a bit of putting the cart before the horse. Alabama will always produce championship level talent. However, that pool may not be 7-10 deep year in and year out though.