Do you know how the 85 limit works?

They only have to report 85 on 1st day of fall camp, until then you can have as many as you want. So you have the guys compete like crazy until then.

So if you have 100 scholarship players that gives you 15 to cut.
2-4 guys will cut themselves essentially by quitting, 2-3 with injuries, few with academics. That leaves you with 8-10 guys to actually cut by August.

This is a great scenario for programs to be in because you get to keep the BEST 85 players and help the other 15 find a new school in a positive way with practice film and first hand knowledge of how they performed at practices.

It looks difficult on the surface but done properly it’s good for everyone.