FSU doesn't have a running back in its 2026 recruiting class after four-star Amari Thomas backed off of his pledge a few days ago. Some pundits implied FSU could land four-star athlete Derrek Cooper (who was getting recruited as a running back) to take his place.
However, that was never a realistic option, although he took an official visit to FSU and had them among his final five list of schools.
Texas was the clear leader, and he committed to the Longhorns on Sunday night.
BREAKING: Elite 2026 RB Derrek Cooper has Committed to Texas, he tells me for @rivals
The 6’2 210 RB from Fort Lauderdale, FL chose the Longhorns over Miami & Georgia
He’s ranked as the No.