What Are Sliders in College Football 26?
Sliders are adjustable settings in College Football 26 that allow you to customize gameplay difficulty, realism, and balance between offense and defense. They impact everything from player speed and tackling to penalties and fatigue. The right slider set can transform your dynasty, making every game feel like a Saturday showdown.
College Football 26 Sliders
Based on the latest research and expert recommendations, here are the most popular and realistic slider values for College Football 26 as of July 2025:
Game Options
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Difficulty: Heisman
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Quarter Length: 11 Minutes
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Play Clock: On
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Accelerated Clock: On
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Minimum Play Clock Time: 20 Seconds
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Defensive Ball Hawk: Off
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Defensive Heat Seeker Assist: Off
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Injuries: 35
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Fatigue: 80
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Player Speed Parity Scale: 85
Player Skill
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Setting |
Value |
|---|---|
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QB Accuracy |
36 |
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Pass Blocking |
50 |
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WR Catching |
40 |
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Run Blocking |
18 |
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Ball Security |
32 |
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Reaction Time |
55 |
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Interceptions |
30 |
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Pass Coverage |
55 |
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Tackling |
37 |
CPU Skill
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Setting |
Value |
|---|---|
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QB Accuracy |
32 |
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Pass Blocking |
52 |
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WR Catching |
38 |
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Run Blocking |
100 |
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Ball Security |
32 |
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Reaction Time |
60 |
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Interceptions |
21 |
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Pass Coverage |
62 |
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Tackling |
43 |
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FG Power |
50 |
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FG Accuracy |
44 |
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Punt Power |
58 |
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Punt Accuracy |
80 |
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Kickoff Power |
54 |
Penalties
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Penalty Type |
Value |
|---|---|
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Offside |
65 |
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False Start |
85 |
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Offensive Holding |
60 |
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Facemask |
80 |
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Illegal Block in the Back |
60 |
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Roughing the Passer |
50 |
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Defensive Pass Interference |
95 |
Community Reactions
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Dynasty Mode & XP Sliders
College Football 26 introduces new progression and XP sliders. The maximum coach level is now 100, and progression curves have been rebalanced to provide a longer, more rewarding career arc. Adjust XP sliders to match your desired dynasty pace and challenge.
Wear and Tear, Substitution, and Transfer Portal Sliders
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Wear and Tear: Fully customizable, allowing you to control how fatigue and injuries impact your roster. Many recommend starting with default and increasing wear for more realism.
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Auto-Sub Settings: Use sliders to manage player rotation and prevent fatigue-related injuries, rather than relying solely on the “keep fresh” setting.
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Transfer Portal: The system is more dynamic, with player expectations and dealbreakers affecting transfers. Adjust portal frequency and difficulty to your liking for a more immersive dynasty experience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the best sliders for realism in College Football 26?
Use the recommended values above for Heisman difficulty, lower QB accuracy, higher CPU run blocking, and increased penalty sliders for a balanced and realistic experience.
How do I adjust sliders in College Football 26?
Go to Settings > Game Settings in the main menu. Match the headings to the slider categories and input the recommended values.
Do sliders affect dynasty progression and transfer portal?
Yes, new XP and wear and tear sliders, as well as transfer portal frequency, can be adjusted to make dynasty mode more challenging and authentic.
Disclaimer:
The slider settings and gameplay recommendations provided in this article for College Football 26 are based on community feedback, player experiences, and early gameplay testing as of July 2025. These settings are not officially endorsed by the game developers and may vary depending on updates, patches, or personal preferences. Results may differ based on individual play styles, platforms, or game modes. The goal is to enhance realism and challenge but may not suit all players equally.
