MMOexp CFB 26: Make Your College Decision

MMOexp CFB 26: Make Your College Decision

As the season ends,you'll receive a wave of scholarship offers—smaller schools early on,powerhouses later. You'll then narrow your list to CUT 26 Coins three finalists.

In a live announcement event,you'll choose your college by selecting one of three hats—complete with the option to fake out the crowd before making your true pick. A fun,cinematic moment that concludes your high school chapter.

Esports & Early Access Impact

The changes to Road to Glory add depth and replayability to the mode,especially the full high school season and recruiting system. For players preparing to jump into College Football 26's esports scene,mastering these early systems offers a competitive edge.

Whether you're chasing NIL deals,future NFL stardom,or just a chance to start as a freshman,your journey starts in high school. Make it count—and earn that fifth star.

EA Sports College Football 26 has officially arrived for early access players,and fans of the franchise can finally dive back into one of its most beloved modes—Road to Glory. This year,EA has packed in major updates across all core game modes,including Dynasty,Ultimate Team,and of course,Road to Glory. In this guide,we'll walk you through how to build your high school player into a five-star recruit,paving the way to college stardom.

Looking for tips on how to dominate the college level and chase the Heisman? Check out our companion guide focused on the college years of your Road to Glory journey.

Starting Your Road to Glory Journey

The first step to becoming a five-star recruit is creating your player and selecting your initial path. EA offers four starting archetypes that determine your baseline status as a recruit:

Elite (Five-Star Athlete)

Blue Chip (Four-Star Athlete)

Contributor (Three-Star Athlete)

Underdog (Two-Star Athlete)

Choosing Elite or Blue Chip will give you a head start,increasing your chances of landing at a top-tier school and possibly earning early playing time. Starting as a Contributor or Underdog offers a more challenging route,where you'll either need to prove yourself at a smaller school or ride the bench at a powerhouse program.

Choose Your Position & Archetype

Next,pick your position—there are five to choose from:

Quarterback

Halfback

Wide Receiver

MIKE Linebacker

Cornerback

Each position has several archetypes. For example,quarterbacks can select from:

Pocket Passer – High Power and Accuracy

Dual Threat – Balanced Speed and Arm Strength

Backfield Creator – Emphasis on agility,elusiveness,and creativity

Pure Runner – Prioritizes quickness and running ability

Archetypes also come with unique Physical Abilities that offer gameplay advantages. A Backfield Creator QB,for instance,might receive:

Off Platform – Improved cross-body accuracy

Pull Down – Enhanced ball security

Mobile Deadeye – Better accuracy while on the run

Sleight of Hand – Boosts for play-action and trick plays

Customize Your Player

After locking in your archetype,you'll personalize your player's identity and appearance. Customization categories include:

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

Appearance – Skin tone,hair,and physique

Gear – Helmet,pads,gloves,cleats,etc.

Style Settings – Animations for throw,run,stance,and carry style depending on position

Once customization is complete,you'll see a summary page with your player's stats,physicals,and chosen path—then it's time to CFB 26 Coins start your high school season.