KOT845 Recruiting

The Final Lap Is Too Late

College football recruiting is changing, and waiting until junior or senior year to prepare may already be too late. KOT845 explains why athletes should begin learning about academics, exposure, testing…

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Profile Basics

Name, school, graduation year, position, height, weight and coach contact information should remain accurate.

Academic Readiness

Grades, course planning and eligibility matter early. Athletes should work directly with counselors and coaches.

Film and Production

Current game film, role, competition level and on-field production provide context beyond isolated clips.

Measurable Growth

Testing creates a benchmark athletes can track across seasons instead of relying on unsupported claims.

Track Development Over Time

Recruiting Classes

2027

Seniors

Keep senior film, academics, contact information and realistic college communication current.

2028

Juniors

Build meaningful varsity film, measurables and a clear academic foundation.

2029

Sophomores

Establish a baseline, develop consistently and let real varsity progress lead the story.

2030

Freshmen

Start with benchmarks, habits and academic awareness that can be tracked for four years and beyond.

2031

Eighth Graders

Establish an early athletic baseline, build sound habits and begin tracking development before high school.

2032

Seventh Graders

Begin with age-appropriate benchmarks that athletes, families and coaches can follow over time.

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2026 Showcase Results Are Live

August 15 testing: 40-yard dash, broad jump, vertical, shuttle, L-drill and bench. Full results and leaderboards are live.

August 15, 2026
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Athletes, Families and Coaches

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Send the athlete’s identity, school/class/position, film, academics, measurables, honors, college interest and a usable photo. KOT845 reviews every submission for accuracy.

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Recruiting standard: KOT845 reviews and reports recruiting information. Coverage is not an offer or guarantee. Families should work with coaches, counselors and college programs on recruiting decisions.