College programs target high-caliber recruits following conference shifts

College football programs moving to new conferences are increasingly targeting higher-caliber players due to expanded financial resources. Recruiting coordinators report that increased budgets allow schools to pursue athletes previously considered out of reach, often utilizing the promise of early playing time and compensation as primary incentives. While recruiting activity across many programs remained slow this week with limited commitments, teams such as Colorado State continued to extend offers. The current collegiate football is entering a dead period starting September 1, which restricts in-person contact between coaches and recruits. Although in-person interactions are prohibited, digital communication including texts, calls, and social media remain permitted for coaches and athletes. Teams are now focusing on the transition into the regular season while balancing recruitment efforts for the class of 2027.

• 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — MWCConnection Recruiting Roundup 8-31-26. Teams in new conferences are taking bigger recruiting swings.