Before you hit the field,you'll need to CUT 26 Coins shape your athlete. Road to Glory offers multiple starting paths,each with unique challenges and perks:

Elite (Five-Star) – Top-tier prospect; favored to land early offers from powerhouse programs.

Blue Chip (Four-Star) – High potential; strong chance to start as a freshman at a solid program.

Contributor (Three-Star) – May need to develop before seeing game time at big schools.

Underdog (Two-Star) – The Cinderella story; harder path,but greater payoff.

Once you've selected your path,you'll choose from five playable positions:

Quarterback

Halfback
Wide Receiver

MIKE Linebacker
Cornerback

Each position includes a variety of archetypes tailored to different playstyles. For example,quarterbacks can pick from:

Pocket Passer – Emphasizes throwing accuracy and arm strength.

Dual Threat – Balanced ratings in passing and mobility.
Backfield Creator – Focused on agility,speed,and improvisation.

Pure Runner – Built for mobility and elusiveness,with limited passing ability.

Each archetype includes signature abilities that give your player unique advantages. A "Backfield Creator" QB might have:

Off Platform – More accurate throws when off balance.

Mobile Deadeye – Pinpoint accuracy on the run.

Pull Down – Improved ball security when scrambling.

After selecting your archetype,you'll customize your player's:

Info – Name,hometown,high school,jersey number,etc.

Appearance – Skin tone,hair,and physique.

Gear – Helmets,pads,gloves,cleats,etc.

Style – Stances,throwing motion,running style,etc.

Once finished,you'll see a summary page with your player's ratings,abilities,and profile before diving into your high school season.
Climbing the Ranks: Your High School Season

Your Road to Glory begins in high school,where every snap counts toward becoming a five-star recruit. Each week,you'll receive updated rankings on a local,state,and national level,as well as a star rating tracker to monitor your recruiting status.
Early Interviews and Decisions

Right away,you'll be interviewed by a local reporter,Alice Zimmer,who will ask about your goals and what you're looking for in a college program. Your answers will shape your recruitment profile and impact how schools perceive you.

Next,your high school coach introduces the recruiting process. You'll select your Top 10 college choices—but don't worry,these aren't set in stone. You can adjust your list as buy CFB 26 Coins the season progresses and even decommit from a school if your performance changes your prospects.