I've seen C-prestige teams sign teams in the 160 range that apparently dropped.

Quote: Originally posted by metsmax on 3/31/2010I have no current knowledge, but when I last did pulldowns I thought a salvo of calls across a range of players was the right approach.  Exactly what level will be doable will depend on distance, exact prestige, recruit characteristics other than mere ranking (dont ask, I dont know what they are with any clarity, but it is - was then - clear they do not drop down in numerical order)Also your ability to SIGN drop downs will depend on what other coaches do, in a dynamic equilibrium, so it is useful to have a range of candidates to pursue

they drop in numerical order by position. when i first heard it, i was shocked, i could have sworn that was not the case when i started recruiting in d2. but maybe i just was looking at overall not position rankings or something. i have always wondered if i missed it or if it changed. but today they certainly drop in numerical order... 70 miles or less exempted.

happy to concede, I am out of date and clueless on the order

for antonsirius...man I really brazenly ask questions here without regard for anyone...

They've dropped in numerical order for the 40+ seasons I've been in D2.  The only players not to drop in order are those that are considering other schools.

If you call a #170 guy and he gives you the backup message (assuming he's not local) then all players below #170 at the same position will be open to recruiting.