During college football's early signing period, high school prospects—including some of the best high school players in the country—will commit to their future schools.
This year's early signing period spans from Wednesday, Dec. 18 to Friday, Dec. 20.
During those three days, more than 80% of prospects will sign their national letters of intent. Most of the action will happen on Wednesday, but many players will sign throughout the week.
Once a player signs a letter of intent, their recruiting process ends and other coaches cannot communicate with them. Players are locked into their decision, even if head coaches or assistants leave the program. If a player backs out, they enter the transfer portal and wait on a decision from the NCAA.
The early signing period was established in 2017. Prospects who decline to commit to a school during the December window can still commit in February, beginning with the traditional national signing day on the first Wednesday of that month.
ESPN will provide coverage of the early signing period on Wednesday, Dec. 18.
How to Watch:
Time: 10 a.m. ET-Noon ET (ESPN2); Noon ET-3 p.m. ET (ESPNU)
Live Stream: WatchESPN
