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I get what you’re saying, but it sounds like you’re conflating talent and physical measurements. I mean that’s what the recruiting rankings primarily take into account along with the ability to produce results at the HS level.That's the argument that he's attempting to make, but the data doesn't support it.
The argument depends on the assumption that the player grade is a measure of talent. When you look at how much the grades of individual players go up and down year over year it's pretty obvious that coaching, scheme, strength of opposition, and other circumstances also play a significant role in the grade. Ergo, the assumption is not valid and the argument falls apart.
Why not use the recruiting rankings which are more based on talent? Because it doesn't give him the same result?
What the author points out is deficiencies across multiple years. Coaching may be a factor and he addresses that, but it’s hard to argue that Jason Marshall’s physical talent can overcome his lack of mental talent.