Football · IDL
Football IDL recruiting evaluation
Interior defensive line evaluation with first-step, power, and mass context — honest fit language, not hype.
What coaches weigh at IDL
First-step explosiveness and power with mass — interior roles emphasize gap integrity and short-area violence.
IDL benchmarks stress burst and power proxies; scheme (3-tech vs nose) changes how coaches weigh the same numbers.
Key metrics for IDL
10-yard / burst
Initial penetration separates college-ready interiors.
Broad / vertical
Lower-body power supports shed and second effort.
Short shuttle
Redirect ability matters when offenses move pockets.
Weight / frame
Mass is context — not a substitute for film and hands.
2026 IDL position benchmarks
Division I recruiting conversations usually span FCS and FBS bands — there is no single “D1 number.” Use the 2026 IDL table below as educational reference context, then confirm with film, academics, and a full evaluation.
| Metric | D3 | D2 | FCS | FBS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40-Yard DashLower is better | 5.40s5.20s – 5.80s | 5.20s5.00s – 5.60s | 5.05s4.90s – 5.40s | 4.90s4.80s – 5.20s |
| 10-Yard SplitLower is better | 1.92s1.85s – 2.05s | 1.87s1.80s – 2.00s | 1.82s1.75s – 1.95s | 1.77s1.70s – 1.90s |
| Vertical JumpHigher is better | 24"20" – 28" | 26"22" – 30" | 28"24" – 32" | 30"26" – 34" |
| Broad JumpHigher is better | 90"80" – 100" | 95"85" – 105" | 100"90" – 110" | 105"95" – 115" |
| 3-Cone DrillLower is better | 7.97.6 – 8.2 | 7.77.4 – 8.0 | 7.57.2 – 7.8 | 7.37.0 – 7.6 |
| Pro AgilityLower is better | 4.80s4.60s – 5.00s | 4.60s4.40s – 4.80s | 4.40s4.20s – 4.60s | 4.20s4.00s – 4.40s |
| Bench Press (225 lbs)Higher is better | 21.016.0 – 26.0 | 23.018.0 – 28.0 | 25.020.0 – 30.0 | 27.022.0 – 32.0 |
| Bench Press (Bodyweight)Higher is better | 8 lbs5 lbs – 12 lbs | 10 lbs6 lbs – 14 lbs | 11 lbs7 lbs – 16 lbs | 13 lbs8 lbs – 18 lbs |
| HeightHigher is better | 6'5"6'2" – 6'8" | 6'6"6'3" – 6'9" | 6'7"6'4" – 6'10" | 6'8"6'5" – 6'11" |
| WeightHigher is better | 275 lbs260 lbs – 320 lbs | 285 lbs270 lbs – 330 lbs | 295 lbs280 lbs – 340 lbs | 305 lbs290 lbs – 350 lbs |
These are educational reference bands (approximate P10–P90 windows with a P50-style target), not offers, scholarships, or a guarantee of D1 placement. FCS and FBS columns frame the Division I recruiting conversation. Compare your numbers in Benchmark Explorer and read how tables are versioned on Methodology. Methodology · Benchmark Explorer.
What this evaluation is
- A free IDL evaluation against position-specific benchmarks
- Fit context, strengths, and a practical next-step plan
- Private by default — you control coach visibility
What this is not
- A guarantee of D1 offers or athletic scholarships
- A pay-to-rank recruiting board placement
- A substitute for film, academics, or compliance
Frequently asked questions
What is a D1 football idl benchmark score?
There is no single D1 cutoff. Division I recruiting usually spans FCS and FBS reference bands on the IDL table on this page (2026 edition). Compare measurables to those columns for context, then use a full evaluation — numbers alone do not mean a D1 offer.
How do I know if my idl is D1 material?
Start with honest measurables and film, then compare them to IDL position benchmarks (including the FCS/FBS columns below). X Factor Recruits shows fit projection context and gaps — not a guarantee of D1 offers.
What is a football idl recruiting score on XFR?
It is a free, benchmark-based evaluation for the IDL position: readiness, fit context, strengths, and a practical next-step plan. Profiles stay private by default.
Is this the same as a recruiting ranking site?
No. We do not sell placement on a pay-to-rank board. X100 shows free athletic testing results; this page is about position-specific evaluation and development clarity.
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