Endurance in College Football Players

So, I'm thinking of trying out for my college's football team someday. I was trying to figure out, what's the record for the most games played by a singular college football player? Any insights would be appreciated, trying to set some personal goals.

The record for the most games played by a single college football player is held by Devon Gales, who played in 65 games for Southern University from 2005-2009. He was a placekicker, and his team had a number of postseason games that extended his seasons, enabling him to participate in more games.

However, keep in mind that the average number of games most college football players participate in is considerably lower. A standard college football regular season is 12 games long, and if a player redshirts their first year (doesn't compete to preserve a year of competition), and then plays four complete seasons, without counting any potential postseason games like bowl games or playoff games, that will total to about 48 games. Counting potential post-season games, a player could reasonably aim for around 50-55 games.

It's a great goal to aim for a high number of games, as it not only means you're a solid player who's frequently in the lineup, but also that your team is successful. However, keep in mind that injuries, academic eligibility, and other factors can sometimes limit a player's ability to consistently play. Good luck with your college football aspirations!