It's Finally Happening | College Football Programs are Having to Step Back in Recruiting

Is the Tide in danger of taking a smaller recruiting class as well?In this video, we break down why USC Trojans football and head coach Lincoln Riley are planning to take a smaller recruiting class this cycle — and what it really says about the future of roster building in the NIL era.With looming roster limits, increased reliance on the transfer portal, and the long-term financial impact of NIL deals, programs can’t just stack massive classes year after year anymore. Going “all-in” with NIL might land elite talent in one cycle, but it can create serious problems down the road — from budget constraints and retention issues to roster imbalance and portal dependency.