NAIA Football Recruiting Guide
An alternative to the NCAA with flexible recruiting rules and scholarship opportunities. NAIA programs can combine athletic and academic money, often resulting in generous financial aid packages.
250+
NAIA schools
Yes
Athletic scholarships
high
Recruiting intensity
Where NAIA football coaches find talent: the deepest football pipelines run through Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, Ohio.
NAIA Football Scholarships
Men: 24 (equivalency). Typically split among 40-60 players.
Football Position Guides
Each football position has different evaluation criteria. Explore position-specific highlight video guides with clips to include and tracking circle placement tips.
Quarterback
- Arm strength and accuracy
- Release speed and mechanics
- Footwork and pocket presence
Circle yourself during pre-snap reads and pocket movement
View GuideRunning Back
- Vision and patience
- Burst through hole
- Contact balance
Track yourself through the hole and after contact
View GuideWide Receiver
- Route running precision
- Separation ability
- Hands and catch radius
Track yourself through the entire route, not just the catch
View GuideTight End
- Blocking technique (in-line and space)
- Route running for bigger body
- Hands in traffic
Circle yourself during blocking sequences and route running
View GuideOffensive Line
- Footwork and base
- Hand placement and punch
- Hip flexibility
End zone angle essential - circle yourself through entire block sequence
View GuideDefensive Line
- Get-off and first step quickness
- Hand usage and technique
- Variety of pass rush moves
Track yourself from snap through pursuit to the ball
View GuideFootball Highlight Video Guide
For a complete breakdown of football highlight video requirements including video structure, timeline, and all position guides, visit the full sport guide.
Football Highlight Video GuideMaking the Video Itself
Knowing what NAIA football coaches want on film is one half of the job. These walkthroughs cover the other half.
- How to circle a player in a highlight video — the free web tool, manual editing, and Hudl compared.
- How to make a recruiting highlight video without Hudl — what to do when your school does not provide a subscription.
Football Recruiting at Other Divisions
Frequently Asked Questions
Create Your NAIA Football Highlight Video
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