I get what everyone is saying about bringing in talented players. I don't think anyone would advocate bringing in D3 talent simply to fill the roster, but we are already short on numbers. We can ill afford to have a tiny class this year because we wouldnt even have 2 or 3 deep in a lot of positions. If we get a large group of walkons that may help, but I am sure the coaches know where we are think on numbers and are focusing in those areas.
Like you said, the SEC is famous for pulling guys scholarships if they don't cut it. Somehow I think Bowden will be taking a risk on a few guys and then doing this to bring in better guys in the next year or two.