EA Sports College Football 25 recruiting tips: How to build a formidable team in game

For fans who love EA Sports College Football 25, there is one feature more important than the rest: recruiting. Sure, the gameplay is great. Using your favorite team with their uniforms, mascots and fans is special. But stepping into the shoes of a coach and signing the next great stars is what players desire. Here's a mini-tutorial on how to recruit in EA Sports College Football 25.

Key factors to consider in recruiting in EA Sports College Football 25

Alabama's Nick Saban retired, but EA Sports College Football 25 players might take over his title as NCAA recruiting kings (Photo credit: IMAGN)

Recruiting in CF25 and real life can be a headache if you don't realize your program's selling points. Geography can matter, and even a weak team can give recruits a chance to play close to home. Playing style or playing time can be game-changers too.

But with limited recruiting hours (depending on your team's strength), it's important to highlight good matches that give you a chance to sign a player. A group of five-star recruits looks attractive. But without a solid draw, players should focus on a signable three-star recruit who wants to stay close to home or likes the style of play.

EA Sports College Football 25 recruiting tips

A big part of recruiting involves making a player's final list of five schools. Once you have decided on the player's top five schools, you can bring that player in for his official visit.

If you have a group of offensive playmakers, you might bring them in together. You can bring in recruits against a weak opponent who can highlight their potential to star at your school. Or you can try to get players to campus as early as possible to clarify your status and hopefully gain a commitment.

But official visits, getting them and conducting them well are a massive key to the recruiting effort. Use the early weeks to identify and focus on players, get into that top five, and then close strong.

Mistakes to avoid in recruiting in EA Sports College Football 25

In EA Sports College Football 25, the tendency to get greedy might be the biggest enemy. It's important to be realistic and not expect to snag five-star players at a one-star school. Build up a solid base of players and gradually work your way into recruiting bigger and better standouts.

The other immediate issue is failing to recruit for need. Some positions like fullback and tight end don't accrue five-star standouts, unlike wide receiver or linebacker. But having 10 WRs and no fullback won't help a school that uses a run-heavy offense. Know your needs and value fit for your team over a star ranking.

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