Imo he will recruit at an elite level and have Kentucky as a top program. Top recruits want Kentucky and Pope is a relentless worker.

Roster construction is way more important than having the top ranked class.

Ultimately roster construction will be what makes him win at the highest level or get fired. Calipari had the top ranked recruiting class and lost to Oakland in the big dance. If Pope can have regular top 15 classes but relying on players that fit and are older - Kentucky will take a step forward