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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.
Four-star safety Ta'Shawn Poole, ranked among the nation's top prospects for the 2027 class, is considering a handful of SEC and non-SEC schools. Recent visits to Tennessee and Florida State have kept the Seminoles in contention, but Alabama's recent push adds new intrigue.
Florida State is deepening its 2027 recruiting class with two highly rated linebackers, Robert Geathers III and CJ Ohuabunwa, who are scheduled for official visits as the Seminoles aim to climb the national rankings.
Florida State is courting four‑star linebacker Frederrick Ford, a Mississippi native whose official visit to Tallahassee coincides with a broader push to reshape a defense that could define the program’s next era.
Four‑star prospect Jabari Watkins called off his official visit to Florida State, citing a change of plans, and will announce his college choice on July 1 after trips to Louisville, Arkansas and Georgia Tech.
Only one verbal pledge has been secured since February, and the loss of a scheduled visit by four‑star prospect Jabari Watkins adds uncertainty to the Seminoles' 2027 class, which currently ranks No. 39 nationally.