National Scouting Combine “NextGen” Presents Dylan Barfield, TE, DE, & P from Apex High School
Dylan Barfield Position: TE, DE, P | School: Apex High School X: @dylanbarfyy88 Instagram: @dylan.barfield88 Accomplishments & ImpactWhat would you say is your biggest accomplishment in your athletic career so far, and what did it take for you to achieve it? My biggest accomplishment so far was winning first team all-conference and getting recruited by […]
Junior & Senior Athletes (Grades 11–12): Get Seen. Get Evaluated. Get Recruited.
Junior & Senior Athletes (Grades 11–12): Get Seen. Get Evaluated. Get Recruited. SIGN UP FOR OUR NEXT EVENT – DURHAM, NC – 5/30/26 At the varsity level, exposure without validation is not enough. College coaches are not just looking for athletes—they’re looking for verified athletes. The Reality of Recruiting Every year, thousands of players submit film. […]
Freshman & Sophomore Athletes (Grades 9–10): Develop with Purpose
Freshman & Sophomore Athletes (Grades 9–10): Develop with Purpose SIGN UP FOR OUR NEXT EVENT – DURHAM, NC – 5/30/26 High school is where potential starts to separate from performance. In grades 9 and 10, athletes are no longer just developing—they’re being evaluated. The decisions made during this stage directly impact future opportunities. The Shift […]
Middle School Athletes (Grades 6–8): Build the Foundation Early
Middle School Athletes (Grades 6–8): Build the Foundation Early SIGN UP FOR OUR NEXT EVENT – DURHAM, NC – 5/30/26 For athletes in grades 6 through 8, the goal isn’t recruiting—it’s understanding. This is the stage where long-term success is built. The earlier an athlete learns how their body moves, performs, and develops, the greater […]
Why Athletes Should Attend the National Scouting Combine
Why Athletes Should Attend the National Scouting Combine SIGN UP FOR OUR NEXT EVENT – DURHAM, NC – 5/30/26 In today’s competitive football landscape, talent alone is no longer enough. Athletes must understand, measure, and prove their abilities with credible data. The National Scouting Combine provides a platform where athletes—from 6th grade through 12th grade—can […]
AF1 Kickoff Weekend: National Scouting Combine Athletes Ready to Make Their Mark
As Arena Football One (AF1) kicks off its season this weekend, a new class of talent is stepping onto the field—faster, more prepared, and more measurable than ever before.
The National Scouting Combine is Coming to Durham, North Carolina
The National Scouting Combine is Coming to Durham, North Carolina A Game-Changing Opportunity for Middle & High School Athletes! The future of athletic development and recruiting is here—and it’s arriving in Durham, North Carolina. The National Scouting Combine is bringing its proven, data-driven evaluation system to the next wave of athletes through its newly launched Next […]
Top 25 Athletes Shine at the 2026 National Scouting Combine in Naples, Florida
Top 25 Athletes Shine at the 2026 National Scouting Combine in Naples, Florida The 2026 National Scouting Combine showcased elite athletic talent at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Florida, as hundreds of athletes competed in front of scouts, coaches, and evaluators from across professional and collegiate football. Among the field, 25 athletes separated […]
TopDraft Named as a NIL Education Partner of the National Scouting Combine
TopDraft Named as a NIL Education Partner of the National Scouting Combine The National Scouting Combine is proud to welcome TopDraft as a NIL Education Partner, providing athletes with education, guidance, and insight as they navigate today’s evolving Name, Image, and Likeness landscape. TopDraft brings a development-first approach that prioritizes long-term growth, strategic exposure, and […]
AF1 SIGNS SIX PLAYERS AFTER NSC PADDED PRACTICE WEDNESDAY
AF1 SIGNS SIX PLAYERS AFTER NSC PADDED PRACTICE WEDNESDAY By Gary Compton NAPLES, Fla. — The National Scouting Combine reached its most revealing phase Wednesday as players finally strapped on pads, shifting the week from projection to proof and turning evaluation into action. For Arena Football One decision-makers, it was the moment the camp is […]