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HOW TO: Can Tik Tok help in college recruiting?
TikTok has become a powerful tool for football recruiting, especially with how much attention athletes can grab through short-form content.
When used strategically, it can help players build a personal brand, showcase talent, and even attract the attention of college coaches. Here are some top ways to use TikTok for football recruiting:
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1. Highlight Reels That Pop
- Keep it short, exciting, and cinematic. Post 15–60 second clips that showcase your best plays, speed, strength, or unique skills.
- Add text overlays (position, class, stats, GPA, height/weight).
- Use trending sounds and music to boost visibility.
- Include captions like “#QB1 | Class of 2026 | 6'2” | 4.0 GPA.”
2. Training & Behind-the-Scenes
- Show your work ethic with gym, speed, agility, or film study clips.
- College coaches love seeing that you're grinding when no one’s watching.
- Authenticity builds trust and connection with fans and recruiters alike.
3. Football IQ & Leadership
- Break down your film or explain a play using TikTok voiceovers.
- Post game-day speeches or leadership moments with teammates.
- It shows you're a student of the game and not just an athlete.
4. Engage & Network
- Reply to comments, do duets with other athletes, or post recruiting tips.
- Follow and tag college football programs, coaches, or recruiting pages.
- Use hashtags like:
- #FootballRecruiting
- #CollegeFootball
- #ClassOf2026 (or your class)
- #[Position]Prospect (#QBsOfTikTok, #WRProspects, etc.)
5. Recruiting Journey Updates
- Share scholarship offers, visits, camps, or messages from coaches (if allowed).
- Announce when you're attending a showcase or 7v7 tournament.
- These updates let coaches know you're active and getting looks.
6. Brand Building / Personality
- Mix in personality—funny moments, game-day routines, team culture.
- This gives scouts a sense of who you are off the field.
Bonus Tips:
- Put your HUDL link or recruiting profile in your TikTok bio.
- Use a consistent username across social media so you’re easy to find.
- Pin your best highlight video to the top of your profile.
Top Talent Shines at Under Armour Camp in Houston
Planet Ford Stadium played host to some of the best football talent in the state as Under Armour and ESPN rolled into Houston for their annual Under Armour Next Camp this past weekend.
Elite players from the Houston area and beyond showcased their skills, competing for MVP honors and coveted invites to the Under Armour All-American Game or the Future 50 showcase.
From the trenches to the perimeter, here are the standout performers from Sunday’s loaded camp.
IN THE TRENCHES: OL / DL
Starting in the trenches, 2026 Pasadena Memorial’s Devan Robison dominated in one-on-one reps and walked away with OL MVP honors. Robison has official visits coming up with TCU, Texas Tech, Stanford, Houston, and Baylor.
Another headliner was 2027 Kingwood OL Kennedy Brown, who earned his Under Armour All-American Game invite, following last week's Navy All-American Game selection. Joining him was Texas-commit Nicolas Robertson (Klein), who also earned an All-American invite after a strong day.
Other top OL standouts:
- Jamarios Canton (2028, Center)
- Noah Abebe (2026, Friendswood)
- Avery Morcho (2026, Ridge Point, 4-star)
- Jordan Burnett (2026, Ridge Point, TCU-commit)
- Eddie Lartigue (Klein Collins)
On the defensive side, 2026 Allen DL Joshua Shaw was a force and claimed DL MVP.
2027 Jalen Brewster (Cedar Hill) earned a Future 50 invite, capping off a strong camp season.
Other top DLs included:
- Jarvis Spires (2026, Cy Springs)
- Isaiah Broughton (2026, Cypress Ridge)
- Jaylen Stewart (2026, Pearland, Oklahoma State-commit)
- Kaden McCarty (2027, Cy Falls)
- Xavier Muhammad (2027, South Houston)
- Amari Vickerson (2027, Cy Ranch)
BACKFIELD TALENT: RB / LB
CJ Chizer Jr. (2028, Dekaney) stole the spotlight in the running back group, earning RB MVP. Though young, the explosive back already holds three offers.
Jonathan Hatton Jr. (2026, Cibolo Steele, Texas A&M-commit) added to his résumé with an Under Armour All-American Game invite, while Myson Johnson-Cook (2027, DeSoto) earned a Future 50 invite.
Other standout RBs:
- John Hebert (2026, Strake Jesuit)
- Nicholas Trimble II (2026, Aldine Davis)
- Edward Kelly Jr. (2026, Klein)
- Cardae Mack (2026, Atascocita)
- Tanner West (2026, Katy Jordan)
- Tristan Willis (2027, Shadow Creek)
- Micah Rhodes (2028, Klein Oak)
At linebacker, Davon Smith (2027, Westfield) was flying around during drills and one-on-ones which earned him LB MVP honors. Smith is a player who's recruitment should see movement in the coming months with more strong performances at camps.
Other top LBs:
- Kosi Okpala (2026, Mayde Creek)
- Reilarean Phillips (2026, Elsik)
- Caleb Mooring (2026, Vandegrift)
- Malcolm Graham (2026, Fort Bend Travis)
- Preston Hall (2026, Ridge Point)
- Preston Pitts (2026, Clear Falls)
- Jordin Jones (2027, Westfield)
- Jeremiah Smith (2027, Westfield)
- Brayden Bonik (2028, Ridge Point)
AIR ATTACK: QBs / WRs / DBs
Jack Daulton (2026, The Woodlands, TCU-commit) put on a clinic and took home the QB MVP after a solid showing, adding to a hot run that included a strong Elite 11 performance.
Other notable QBs:
- Kaleb Maryland (2026, North Shore)
- Kyden Barker (2026, Clear Falls)
- Corey Dailey (2026, Seguin)
- Brady Barrier (2026, Barbers Hill)
- Grant Smith (2026, Grand Oaks)
- Carson White (2027, Iowa Colony)
- Tammeron Anderson (2027, West Brook)
- Braden Baker (2027, Cy Ranch)
- Julian Navarrette (2027, Boerne Champion)
- Donovan Warren (2028, Episcopal)
At wide receiver, Robert Haynes IV (2026, Ridge Point) earned WR MVP honors and is quickly rising in the rankings.
Jordan Clay (2026, Madison) lived up to his four-star billing, earning an All-American Game invite after a strong showing.
Other standout WRs:
- James Scott (2026, Oak Ridge)
- Juwaan Woodbury (2026, Galveston Ball)
- Ty Sexton (2026, Bridgeland)
- Mike Brown (2026, Legacy School of Sports, Texas A&M-commit)
- Trey Giametta (2027, Fulshear TE)
- Aden Starling (2027, Shadow Creek, Houston-commit)
- Alvin Mosley (2027, Crawford)
In the secondary, Brandon Sherrad (2027, Shadow Creek) earned DB MVP, showing major upside for the Sharks.
Chace Calicut (2026, North Shore) impressed and left with an All-American Game invite, following a recent Texas visit.
Other DB standouts:
- Isaiah McMillian (2026, Katy)
- Zachary Taylor (2026, Katy Jordan)
- Kingston Richard (2026, Summer Creek)
- Caden Ward (2026, La Marque)
- Kyle Sam (2027, Cy Falls)
- Greedy James (2027, Manvel)
- Mikhail McCreary (2027, Johnson)
- Terrell Stinson (2028, Clear Lake)
Houston brought the heat, and the future of football in Texas looks bright with this group of elite prospects.
🎥 Don’t forget to check out the VYPE Recruiting Show for full analysis, breakdowns, and interviews from the camp!