Obviously there is a lot to sort out in the middle weights, but here are my hopes by weight (not necessarily by wrestler in some cases).
125 - R16 - it’s been awhile since we’ve had a guy at this weight win multiple matches at NCAAs, but between the 3 or 4 guys battling I think there is potential.
133 - mid/high AA. Yes 133 loses Vito/Fix, but Crookham, Bailey, Ragusin, Shawver still exist and you throw in Ayala, Byrd, etc and it’s arguably tougher. Evan will be in the mix.
141 - R12/low AA. I think either guy that wins this weight will be very solid (assuming no AE with CC allegedly out).
149 - mid/high AA. This could be the toughest weight of the 10 but I like our guys chances, whoever it is, to finish high.
157 - R12/low AA. Wasn’t as sure about this one. If CC is indeed out, that puts potentially a somewhat undersized guy here although they both are very explosive. Maybe I’m too low on 157 hopes.
165 - R16/R12. This weight will be very interesting. It really cleared out and could open the door for our winner to sneak on the podium, I just haven’t seen enough of Euton or Rojas if they win it, but MJ could be a real threat at this weight.
174 - Qualifier. 174 got a lot tougher with Haines, KOT, and Hamiti.. Gabe Arnold will be an AA contender as well. If MJ takes 174 I’d raise hopes to R12/low AA, I’m just wait and see on Naak or Riggins.
184 - R16/R12. Bockman is tough as nails and will be tough for 184’s to score on, but what has he added to his offensive arsenal in the room? Cautiously optimistic on him.
197 - R12/low AA. Some probably will say I’m being too low on him, but how is he managing weight and adjusting? Would not be surprised at all if he is higher. Probably the guy I am most excited to watch.
285 - high AA. The way last season ended overshadowed just how dominant this guy was all year. I think he puts it all together this year and finishes high.
These aren’t “expectations” just kind of where I am at with each weight heading into the season.