Years ago a shrewd Beaver analyst once explained, 'Don't just focus on Oregon State's final [recruiting] ranking to measure the success of a class. Look at the program's current situation. Figure out how this group complements the previous class and fills holes for the coming season. Look at their number of qualifiers.'

When translated it means you have to look under the hood to really know what you have and whether you've got the right parts. This season Oregon State Staff is on track to put together the right parts with a three challenges in the way.

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