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Recruiting & Roster
Recruiting in College Football
In college football, Recruiting means: The process by which college programs evaluate, contact, offer, and sign high school, junior college, and transfer players. It is used to describe recruiting & roster context in college football.
Definition
The process by which college programs evaluate, contact, offer, and sign high school, junior college, and transfer players.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
RecruitA prospective student-athlete being evaluated or pursued by college programs.OfferA school's indication that it wants a recruit, though the exact meaning can vary by program and context.Signing PeriodA window when recruits can officially sign with schools.Athletic Aid AgreementAn agreement tied to a student-athlete's athletic financial aid.Blue-Chip RatioThe percentage of a roster or recruiting class made up of blue-chip recruits.Blue-Chip RecruitA high-end recruit, usually a four-star or five-star prospect.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24