News Summary
Florida State University has commenced its summer recruiting push for football, hosting 24 official visitors and securing significant commitments. With June marking the start of the official visit season, FSU aims to build on its historical success in recruiting, particularly under head coach Mike Norvell. The coaching staff is focused on maintaining strong relationships with current commitments while attracting top talent to solidify the 2026 recruiting class, which has already seen notable commitments including a four-star wide receiver.
Tallahassee, FL – Florida State University (FSU) has kicked off its summer recruiting push for football with a series of official visits and notable commitments. June signals the start of the official visit season in college football recruiting, a time when prospective student-athletes tour campuses and meet with coaching staffs. The FSU coaching staff has historically excelled in securing commitments during June and July, and this momentum is expected to continue in 2023.
Under head coach Mike Norvell, FSU has averaged 8.8 verbal commitments during the months of June and July throughout his five-year tenure. The university shifted its official visit window to the end of May and through June, allowing for a concentrated recruiting period. This weekend, spanning June 13th, FSU will host 24 official visitors, marking it as the largest recruiting weekend of the summer.
Among the 24 visitors, 16 athletes will be arriving on Friday, while eight are set to come on Sunday. Notably, 19 of these visitors are classified as composite blue-chip recruits, a category that includes two five-star prospects. This influx of talent is critical as FSU aims to solidify their recruiting class while fending off competition from other prestigious programs.
One of the key commitments FSU has already secured is from Brandon Bennett, a four-star wide receiver from American Heritage High School. Bennett is recognized as the highest-ranked recruit in FSU’s 2026 class, having recorded an impressive 24 catches for 509 yards and seven touchdowns in the previous season, in addition to winning a gold medal in track. His commitment adds significant depth to an already competitive recruiting class.
As of now, FSU has received 11 verbal commitments for the 2026 class, placing them at No. 30 nationally. However, the program faces challenges, particularly concerning Karon Maycock, a three-star linebacker committed to FSU since February. Maycock is scheduled to announce his final decision on July 7 and has received interest from top programs such as Alabama, Syracuse, Florida, and Notre Dame. Maintaining strong relationships with current commitments like Maycock and preventing any potential decommitments will be a priority for the coaching staff.
FSU’s coaching team is actively working to develop connections with both current commits and targeted recruits. Noteworthy targets for FSU’s defense include linebacker prospects like Maycock, alongside elite talents such as five-star Xavier Griffin and four-star Rodney Colton Jr. FSU has also identified notable visitors for this recruiting weekend, including Kenneth Carrington, a 6’2”, 250-pound defensive lineman who holds various national offers.
The coaching staff aims to leverage established relationships to attract key commitments from both linemen and skill position players. Defensive recruits such as Crittendon and Matthews are among the players on the coaching staff’s radar, as FSU seeks to bolster its defense. The program also has its sights set on high-caliber wide receivers and quarterbacks, ensuring they remain competitive as they build their roster for the future.
The outcome of this summer recruiting push will greatly influence FSU’s football program as they prepare for the upcoming seasons. As the official visit period continues, FSU remains focused on reinforcing its commitments and attracting new talents that align with its vision for success on the field.
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