Once you've finalized your player,it's time to hit the field. Throughout your high school career,you'll be constantly updated on your national and state rankings. A key indicator of your performance is the Star Rating,which ranges from one star to five stars. Your goal is to CUT 26 Coins maintain or improve your five-star status,and that requires excelling in games.

At the start,a local reporter named Alice Zimmer will interview you. She'll ask questions about what's important to you in a school and what you're looking for beyond football. This interview influences the colleges that will target you,so be thoughtful with your responses.

Next,the head coach of your high school team will step in to explain how the recruitment process works. Early on,you'll select the top 10 schools you'd like to be recruited by. You can change your list as the season progresses,but keep in mind that this list isn't final until the end of your high school career.
Step 3: Key Recruitment Metrics

When you're deciding which schools to target,it's crucial to pay attention to a few key stats that will determine the best fit:

Assessed Tape Score – Your performance in high school games will directly impact your tape score. Accumulating points through good performances will make your profile more appealing.

Projected Role – Depending on the school,you could be projected as a starter,backup,or even third-string.

Coach Prestige – This reflects the reputation of the school's coaching staff (graded from F to A+).

NIL Potential – Some schools offer more lucrative Name,Image,and Likeness deals than others.

Offensive Style – If you play offense,the team's style (run-heavy vs. pass-heavy) and aggression level (aggressive vs. conservative) will influence your playing time.

Additionally,you can track how schools are doing throughout the season. If a top team is underperforming,it may mean an opportunity for immediate playing time. Conversely,if a team is winning,you might face stiffer competition to earn a spot on the depth chart.

The Importance of In-Game Performance

In EA Sports College Football 26,you'll only play selected moments during each game. These moments,which can involve specific goals like completing a certain number of yards or avoiding turnovers,directly impact your tape score. Schools will evaluate your performance on a weekly basis.

For example,a quarterback may pick a "Option Merchant" moment,where the goal is to gain 10+ yards on an option play and avoid a sack or fumble. Schools like Oregon or Texas might offer a significant tape score boost for completing such moments,while others like USC may give a smaller boost.

To maintain your five-star recruit status,it's crucial to consistently complete your selected moments successfully. Failing to College Football 26 Ultimate Team Coins do so could drop your star rating,putting your scholarship offers in jeopardy. Fortunately,you can retry failed moments immediately.