Head Coach 09 isn't the best example, since those classes were canned to the point that people were able to write FAQs on exactly who was worth drafting in every class.

But, overall, I like your thinking. There does need to be a bit more ... story?, if that's the word ... to these players. We can make up our own backstorys and what not, but having recruiting not be quite so linear would go a long way for dynasty players.