A normal roster of 43-44 is not necessary. That translates into unnecessary RS and bench sitting. It's not uncommon, that is WHY they imposed a 35 man roster limit.
Bee is correct, all D1 schools allow walk ons to try out as it is mandatory.
He is not the only one who has voiced his concerns, I know of one coach (D1) who has and who usually never has more than 32-35 on the roster. One can run a team sucessfully without stockpiling in the fall. No one said that they cut recruited players, but can you tell me about the 15 that have to be cut from their fall squad, or were they just walk ons needed to make up a fall team?
Hint back at ya, look before you open message board.