TCU went just 5-7 in 2021, leading to the firing of legendary coach Gary Patterson. The program had grown stagnant, just 23-24 the last four seasons, and appeared to be in need of a significant rebuild for new coach Sonny Dykes.
The situation was exacerbated when 15 players transferred out following the coaching change, including at least four high-end talents.
In the past, Dykes would have needed multiple strong high school recruiting classes to get things back on track. TCU’s hope would have rested on Dykes’ deep ties within the state of Texas unearthing some gems overlooked by major programs. In other words, schools such as TCU were tasked with a steep climb. That playing field is more level though now, Dykes said, if only because the fear of a young talent transferring means there are fewer redshirts and thus hoarding of talent.
However, a number of other TCU players transferred down to Group of 5 of FCS programs, if anywhere at all.
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