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Top Recruit Poole Flips to FSU, Stunning SEC
18 Jul
Summary
- Four-star safety Ta'Shawn Poole committed to Florida State.
- Poole chose FSU over SEC rivals Georgia and Tennessee.
- He is ranked among the nation's top 100 prospects.
Top-100 safety Ta'Shawn Poole announced his commitment to Florida State on Friday, choosing the Seminoles over SEC contenders Georgia and Tennessee. This decision marks a significant development in the 2026 recruiting cycle, especially considering Florida State's current offseason uncertainties.
The commitment is a notable win for Florida State, providing a crucial addition to their defensive backfield. For Georgia and Tennessee, Poole's decision represents a setback in their efforts to secure top defensive talent for the upcoming season.
Poole, a highly-rated prospect from Howard High School, demonstrated versatility on the field. Last season, he recorded 37 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 sack, and 2 interceptions, alongside significant offensive contributions and a punt return touchdown.
Regarded as the No. 64 overall prospect and the No. 6 safety nationally, Poole's commitment decision comes as Georgia's defensive backfield currently lacks any commitments, and Tennessee aimed to make him a centerpiece of their secondary.
