Florida State Offers Scholarship to Notre Dame Commit Chaston Smith

Florida State University (FSU) is actively recruiting for its 2026 class, recently extending a scholarship offer to Chaston Smith, a four-star cornerback currently committed to Notre Dame. Smith, who has received multiple offers from prestigious programs including Alabama and Michigan, expressed excitement about FSU's offer on social media, tagging several coaches. Despite his commitment to Notre Dame, the recent departure of their defensive coordinator to the Cincinnati Bengals may impact Smith's decision. Meanwhile, Tennessee has made headlines by securing a commitment from former Notre Dame offensive lineman Sam Pendleton, who had started seven games for the Fighting Irish. Pendleton's transfer comes as he looks for a more significant role with the Volunteers, who are undergoing considerable changes in their offensive lineup. Both FSU and Tennessee are making strategic moves in the recruiting landscape as they prepare for the upcoming seasons.