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Specialists Recruiting Guidance
The recruiting journey for kickers, punters, and long snappers is different from every other position.
Off The Uprights provides honest insight to help athletes and families understand how specialist recruiting actually works.
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Understanding the Specialist Recruiting Process
Recruiting for specialists is different from every other position in football. Opportunities are limited, evaluation timelines vary by program, and development matters more than early exposure.
Off The Uprights provides clear guidance to help specialists and their families understand the process, build strong relationships with coaches, and develop the skills that lead to opportunities at the next level.
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Communication
How to connect professionally with college programs and build relationships over time.
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Film and Evaluation
Understanding what college coaches actually look for when evaluating specialists.
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Recruiting Strategy
Developing a smart recruiting plan instead of chasing exposure.
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Understanding Specialist Recruiting
Topics OTU covers:
How recruiting timelines work
When specialists get offers
What coaches evaluate
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Performance Metrics
What matters for:
Kickers
Punters
Long Snappers
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Camps and Showcases
Guidance on:
when camps matter
what to look for in evaluations
how to choose events wisely
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Recruiting Strategy
How athletes should approach:
Film
Communication with coaches
Development planning
Are You a Specialist Navigating the Recruiting Process?
Off The Uprights highlights specialists across the country and tracks the journeys of athletes developing their craft.
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“Specialists develop over time — patience and consistency matter.”