College football fans share the pain of high-profile recruits who spurned their schools only to disappoint elsewhere. The Aggies’ heartbreak with Tate Martell’s fall from grace is just one example.
Summary
- Notable recruits like Korey Foreman and Arik Gilbert failed to deliver on their potential after changing commitments.
- Gunner Kiel’s switch hurt LSU, leaving fans wondering what could have been with better QB play.
- The letdown of Tyjon Lindsey at Ohio State added to the list of disappointments.
Tate Martell: From Golden Goose to Benchwarmer
As an Aggie, losing QB Tate Martell to Ohio State was a tough blow, especially considering his bold talk. Watching him bounce around schools before quitting football somewhat lessened the sting.
Foreman and Gilbert: Top Prospects Turned Disappointments
USC’s Korey Foreman, the 2021 class’s top prospect, struggled to make an impact after his switch and now finds himself at Fresno State. Arik Gilbert, the highly rated TE, faced a similar fate, even turning to burglary after the flop.
LSU’s Missed Opportunity with Gunner Kiel
Gunner Kiel’s decision to skip LSU deprived the team of much-needed QB talent, with his subsequent career failing to live up to expectations even after moving to Cincinnati.