DD was rejected today. Had three noms, was supposedly a recruited athlete. I guess your not in until you are, no matter what they tell you.
Her plan B was NAPS which she didn't get either.
Her plan C is Georgetown where she was also recruited. She accepted there offer contingent on the Academy. I guess we have to accept this as God's Will.
I can't tell you much about Neal's process other than he has a board and his nominations are unranked.
I wish you all the best of luck in the process. Have solid back up plans, because only the best get the nod.