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Florida State's 2027 recruiting class gains a pivotal addition with the verbal commitment of three‑star linebacker Olrick Johnson III, who chose the Seminoles over a host of SEC programs.
Despite a wave of decommitments, Florida State lands a highly touted linebacker, bolstering a class that now ranks No. 55 nationally.
Tennessee has secured 16 pledges for its 2027 class, highlighted by the recent addition of Marcus Jones, while the SEC rankings reveal a fierce battle among traditional powerhouses.
Four-star safety Marcus Jones pledges to the University of Tennessee, citing coaching ties and regional ambition as he joins a rising 2027 class.
Tennessee's 2027 recruiting class now boasts sixteen pledges, blending elite talent from across the nation while targeting top in‑state prospects.
In the past ten days the Volunteers have locked in three four‑star recruits, boosting their national standing and expanding a class that now totals sixteen pledges.
Dayon Cooper, a 6‑foot‑1 wide receiver from South Pittsburg, Tennessee, decommitted from Florida State and committed to the University of Tennessee, underscoring a strategic push to keep elite in‑state prospects home.
The 6‑foot, 180‑pound prospect, ranked No. 52 nationally and No. 32 in Tennessee by 247Sports, announced his decision Monday, citing the Volunteers’ growing relationship and the chance to be part of a class that could finish with 16 pledges.
A top in‑state prospect chooses the University of Tennessee over Florida State, boosting the Vols’ recruiting haul.
Dayon Cooper, a standout athlete from South Pittsburgh High School, has flipped his commitment from Florida State University to the University of Tennessee, a move that reshapes the SEC recruiting landscape.
Four‑star recruit Dayon Cooper, a dual‑position standout from South Pittsburgh, Tennessee, has reopened his recruitment after backing out of Florida State, while another top defensive back, Mekhi Williams, has pledged to Wisconsin.
Dayon Cooper, a versatile defensive back from Tennessee, has decommitted from Florida State and is expected to commit to the University of Tennessee, a move that would make him the program's 16th commitment of the cycle.
Recent visits and decommitments highlight Tennessee's aggressive push to secure elite talent for the 2027 class, including flips and official trips that could reshape its roster.
Dayon Cooper, a 4.5‑second 40‑yard dash standout, is reportedly considering a switch from Florida State to the University of Tennessee, where his speed could be deployed at wide receiver.
Four-star linebacker Ellis McGaskin chose Florida State over Florida and LSU after a standout junior season, adding to a 2027 class that already includes Gregory Batson and several other high-profile prospects.
The Seminoles’ 2027 wide receiver haul has taken a hit after Arnold Mugerwa chose Rutgers, dropping their national ranking and prompting a shift in focus.
Recent commitments by defensive end Desmond Malpress and offensive lineman JJ Brown to Clemson have pushed Florida State out of the top‑50 rankings, highlighting a challenging stretch for the Seminoles.
The Florida State Seminoles have seen a series of high‑profile decommitments in May, most recently the loss of four‑star offensive lineman Elijah Morrison to Clemson, prompting a shift in focus toward other prospects as the class rankings linger near the bottom tier.
Kamarion Johnson, a three‑star safety from Georgia, has cut his list to Florida State, Florida and Cincinnati, and will visit each in June after reopening his recruitment.
Five-star running back Landen Williams-Callis, a top-50 prospect from Texas, is narrowing his choices to ten programs, with Florida State University among the leading suitors as he prepares for a busy visit schedule.
Landen Williams-Callis, a 3,502‑yard junior standout, is considering a dozen powerhouse programs, with Florida State’s new coaching connections adding intrigue to his decision.
Florida State is intensifying its recruiting efforts, highlighted by a scholarship offer to four‑star running back Daylon Gordon and a schedule of official visits that could shape the 2027 class.
Recent commitments reveal both losses and emerging targets, with coaches and prospects navigating a complex web of schools, stats, and future plans.
Brandon Leavell, a three-star athlete from Madison, Tennessee, chose the Tennessee Volunteers over a competitive field that included Florida State, Florida, NC State, Purdue and Clemson, underscoring a shifting recruiting landscape.