College Football Early Signing Period Begins

The early signing period for college football has commenced, with significant activity among schools like Minnesota and Utah. Minnesota is set to finalize a class of 22 recruits, featuring standout players such as four-star linebacker Emmanuel Karmo and quarterback Jackson Kollock, though they rank 44th nationally according to 247Sports. Utah's class includes four-star linebackers Cyrus Polu and Christian Thatcher, both of whom turned down offers from multiple major programs to join the Utes. Virginia Tech has already secured 17 commitments, largely finalizing their 2025 class prior to the early signing period, including four-star prospects Shamarius Peterkin and Jeff Overton. The signing period, which has been moved earlier this year, may also influence recruitment strategies as the transfer portal opens soon after. Coaches from various programs express a mix of satisfaction and urgency as they aim to secure their commitments before the traditional National Signing Day in February 2025.