Florida State football recruiting was looking to be a disaster during the 2025 cycle because everything was up in the air with the 2-10 season, as well as new coaches potentially being acquired on the staff.
Individuals thought that Florida State was only invested in the transfer portal, given their recent history of stacking the roster with "mercenaries". However, the Seminoles decided to pick up talented pieces from the high school ranks that had the potential to play early in Year 1.
It was a dangerous proposition to play youngsters early, given that some fans thought this was a make-it-or-break-it year for head football coach Mike Norvell.