Absolutely crushing blow. Campbell was the saving grave of this recruiting class, despite being Lloyd's verbal. More important than newsome, especially since he was better equipped to make an early impact than Kevin. Plus beaver and Tate were capable of taking Kevin's spot by force.
He took attention away from the absence of premium beef, on both sides, but especially at de. At least 3/4 of the dl graduate, with the other, Graham, nfl eligible.
Plus there is the 'mojo' angle. Usc cherry-picked instate leans rojo and Perry from um's grasp. Then this recruiting season, msu capitalized in state with momentum, both real (Norman) and perceived (baker, etc). This was rationalized away based on big will. Guess which soCal team was the fear with him?
This is glorious.