To gain an edge in College Football 25 and accumulate more CFB 25 coins, we will need a strong team. To maximize the potential of our team, a proper coach is crucial. This ranked list below will give you an overview of the abilities, costs, benefits, and strategic advantages of various coaches in CFB 25.
There are eight main coach archetypes in College Football 25 Dynasty Mode, each with unique abilities and perks. These archetypes are divided into different tiers based on their effectiveness and strategic value.
Tier | Coach | Active Perk | Sub-Abilities | Cost/Prerequisites |
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S | Recruiter | Extra XP for signing recruits | - Advanced Look - Most Influential - Magnetic Personality | 10 coach points |
Motivator | Gain XP whenever a player levels up | - Pay It Forward - Hot Hand - Put In Work - Locked In | 10 coach points | |
A | Tactician | Extra XP for each win | - Scheme Guru - Architect - Strategist | 10 coach points |
Talent Developer | Bonus XP when a player maxes a skill group | - Reach Potential - QB Whisperer - Star Maker | 25 points in both Motivator and Recruiter, two players drafted in the first round | |
Architect | Yearly XP for records held by a player you coached | - Field Study - Limitless - Can't Stop Won't Stop - Put A Ring On It | 25 points in Motivator and Tactician, four rivalry game wins | |
Scheme Guru | Diverse and unique abilities for both offense and defense | - Fast Tempo - Ground and Pound - Discipline - Communication | 50 points in Tactician, ten top 25 game wins | |
Program Builder | Bonus XP when a school grade or prestige increases | - Faster Progression - Relationship Builder - Strong Roots | 75 points in any tree, five playoff game wins | |
B | Elite Recruiter | Enhanced recruiting abilities | - Lasting Impression - Boost Pipeline Bonus - Ideal Situation | 50 points in Recruiter, two top five recruiting classes |
Master Motivator | Increases all XP gains for specific positions | - Quick Recovery - Extra Gear - Everybody Eats - Icy Veins | 50 points in Motivator, five players drafted | |
C | Strategist | Focused on recruiting visits | - Boost Complimentary Visits - Last Dance - Mind Reader | 25 points in Tactician and Recruiter, four bowl game wins |
At higher levels, coaches can unlock more advanced abilities that provide significant strategic advantages:
1. Level 3: Program Builder
- Cost: 20 points
- Prerequisites: 75 points in any tree, five playoff game wins
- Summary: Program Builder offers unique abilities like Faster Progression and Relationship Builder, enhancing school pipelines and recruiting impacts.
2. Level 4: CEO
- Cost: 30 points
- Prerequisites: 100 points in any tree, two national championships
- Summary: CEO provides top-tier abilities like Insta Commits and Bundle Discount, making it the ultimate goal for head coaches.