Franklin was a very sought after recruit.
https://n.rivals.com/content/prospects/2011/corbin-berkstresser-30025
https://n.rivals.com/content/prospects/2010/james-franklin-36388
Patton was a big time recruit, but Daniel was right there as well. He was small so not as highly touted as Patton. But he was getting offers from major programs.
https://missouri.rivals.com/news/recruiting-rewind-chase-daniel