<p>In this situation, are his coaches helping? While never having done it myself (college admission plus D3 sports), I know several families who have for football and the recruitment process is much earlier than even Early Decision admission. The coaches play a big role in communicating with college football recruiters, even for D3. (And these kids I know got into schools better than they could have on academics alone!) If he’s got the talent, this is a good thing.</p>
<p>Also don’t be surprised if the quality of the football team and the conference they are in play a role in his decision making. My son isn’t even playing football in college but did in high school, and this was important to him.</p>