The Florida State Seminoles are gearing up for a pivotal stretch on the recruiting trail, a period that could shape the composition of their 2027 roster.
Among the prospects generating the most buzz is Kamarion Johnson, a three‑star safety out of Clinch County High School in Georgia, who has trimmed his list to Florida State, the University of Florida and the University of Cincinnati.
A busy June ahead
Johnson will begin his official visits in Gainesville, touring the University of Florida campus before heading to Tallahassee to experience the Seminoles’ facilities and culture.
The final stop on his itinerary will be Cincinnati, where he will get a closer look at the Bearcats’ program and meet with coaching staff.
The visits come after Johnson reopened his recruitment following a prior commitment to North Carolina State, a move that has kept fans and analysts watching closely.
Versatility and rankings
Coaches praise Johnson for his ability to contribute on both sides of the ball, as well as his role as a return specialist that added a dynamic edge to his high school team.
Nationally, he is listed as the 438th overall prospect and the 45th best recruit in Georgia for the 2027 class, a rating that reflects his blend of size, speed and football IQ.
Florida State’s safety board also includes other top targets such as four‑star prospects Ta'Shawn Poole, Jernard Albright and Joshua Vilmael, alongside three‑star prospect Jeremiah Proctor.
The Seminoles currently hold seven verbal commitments in the 2027 class, ranking No. 43 nationally, a standing that is reinforced by a defensive backfield already stocked with pledges from Ashlynd Barker, Donny Hiebert and Quindarrius Jones for the 2026 cycle.
Beyond Johnson, the program’s recruiting pipeline features additional names on the radar, including KJ Kirkland, Ja'Bril Rawls, Karson Hobbs, Nehemiah Chandler, CJ Richard Jr., Jarvis Boatwright, Charles Lester III, Ricky Knight III, Jamari Howard, Ma'Khi Jones, Gregory Xavier Thomas, Max Redmon, Antonio Cromartie Jr., Chauncey Kennon, Darryl Bell III and Jordan Crutchfield.
With a strong class taking shape, Florida State aims to translate its early momentum into on‑field success, hoping to climb higher in the national rankings as the next season approaches.