Miami, FSU Surge in 2026 Recruiting Rankings

The Miami Hurricanes have continued their strong recruiting momentum for the 2026 class by securing commitments from multiple four-star prospects, including tight end Israel Briggs, a versatile athlete ranked as the No. 7 tight end nationally who chose Miami over LSU and Arizona State. Briggs is Miami's first tight end commitment for 2026, joining other notable pledges like wide receiver Vance Spafford and defensive lineman Asharri Charles, helping Miami rank seventh nationally and second in the ACC. Meanwhile, Florida State's 2026 recruiting class has surged into the top ten nationally following commitments from players such as wide receiver Devin Carter and tight end Xavier Tiller, along with offensive lineman Jakobe Green, reflecting a positive shift in recruiting fortunes under coach Mike Norvell's staff. Despite last season's struggles, Florida State's new coaching hires and recruiting success have energized the program, with linebacker TJ White slated to announce soon and quarterback Thomas Castellanos expressing strong motivation to revitalize the team. Both programs are actively building competitive classes to improve their standing and performance in the coming seasons.