FSU Lands Judah Daniels, Recruiting Momentum

Florida State's 3-0 start and No. 8 national ranking have energized coach Mike Norvell's staff and given the program a recruiting boost. FSU landed under‑the‑radar 2026 interior defensive lineman Judah Daniels after he impressed at the June Elite Camp and a satellite camp; coaches including defensive line coach Terrance Knighton encouraged his switch to the defensive line. Daniels' pledge brings Florida State's 2026 class to 24 prospects and helps keep the group in the top‑15 (No. 14) nationally. The staff continues targeting needs, notably at linebacker, with 2027 four‑star Ja'Bios Smith having trimmed his list to 10 schools that includes FSU. Four‑star defensive back and FSU pledge Jay Timmons, son of Lawrence Timmons, plans an unofficial visit to Penn State this weekend but appears unlikely to flip after committing to the Seminoles this summer.