Deion Sanders' recruiting strategy influences other college coaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Deion Sanders, head coach at Colorado, has shifted college football recruiting by avoiding in-person visits to recruits' homes or schools. This strategy has gained traction, with other coaches like Indiana's Curt Cignetti and Michigan's Kyle Whittingham adopting similar approaches. They emphasize recruiting on campus during big weekends instead. Critics argue this method limits relationships with local high schools, but supporters suggest it aligns better with current trends in college football, including recruiting via the transfer portal.
- •Deion Sanders does not make home visits for recruiting.
- •Coaches like Curt Cignetti and Kyle Whittingham follow this trend.
- •Recruiting weekends on campus are becoming more popular.
- •Some criticize the approach for limiting local high school connections.
- •The transfer portal's presence influences recruiting strategies.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Deion Sanders' recruiting strategy gaining followers from peers
"Deion Sanders' decision to move away from in-person recruiting visits is gaining steam as a preferred approach among college head coaches.
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