"Generally speaking" would you rather take a chance (assuming there were other options) on HS player with scholarship offers from Siena, Albany, etc. or upper tier Big Ten schools (as an example).

"Generally speaking" would you prefer to offer (and sign) a four star recruit or a two star recruit.

Live and die by the quality of recruiting. Sometimes there are mistakes. Sometime a 'walk on' become an impact player. Not often, however.