There was a time when high school football players would decide where they wanted to go to college by visiting a few schools, talking to coaches, and then making a decision with their family. But those days are long gone. Today, The Athletic's Ari Wasserman takes us inside the over-the-top world of college football recruiting, and explains how one specific aspect of recruiting -- the photoshoot -- has become an important part of getting blue chip prospects. Plus, why arguably the most hyped high school football player in history, Arch Manning (the nephew of Peyton and Eli) is taking a very different approach, and keeping his recruiting activities low-key and simple.

Related stories from Ari Wasserman:

https://theathletic.com/3217713/2022/03/30/arch-mannings-unique-approach-to-recruiting-and-the-coach-behind-it-all-theres-no-red-carpet/

https://theathletic.com/3103611/2022/02/01/horses-luxury-cars-and-the-photo-shoots-growing-influence-in-college-footballs-recruiting-landscape/

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