Recruits React To Florida State's Thrilling Victory Over Rival Miami As Seminoles Move To 10-0
Florida State threw the final punch as the Seminoles knocked out Miami in Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday evening. It didn't come easy for FSU despite the team taking a 27-13 advantage early in the final frame. The Hurricanes fought back and had a chance to tie the game on the last drive until defensive back Jarrian Jones picked off Tyler Van Dyke in the final seconds.
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The contest marked the eighth time in ten games that Florida State has appeared in a nationally televised game on ABC. Plus, the stands were packed with over 100 recruits who were personally able to attend the rivalry matchup.
NoleGameday reached out to commits and targets to get their thoughts on the performance. Check out their reactions below.
2026 Four-Star Quarterback Romin Seymour: "I thought it was a big-time win and it was hard fought for."
Four-Star Running Back Kam Davis (FSU commit): "All I can say is it feels great. This football team is amazing and never backs down."
2025 Four-Star Running Back Alvin Henderson: "That was most definitely a big win i knew that they were going to play well and come out on top."
2026 Running Back Ja'Michael Jones: "It was a big rivalry game and they were prepared to play them and the crowd was really big and loud for them."
2026 Running Back Kamauri Johnson: "Close one but it was a great game go Noles."
Four-Star Wide Receiver Camdon Frier (FSU commit): "Always a good day when FSU beats Miami. Matt Frier is as happy as can be right now. Love watching the Noles."
2025 Four-Star Wide Receiver Koby Howard: "Great win tonight against a tuff rival! The atmosphere tonight too amazing. I would love to be playing in front of a big crowd like that."
2026 Four-Star Wide Receiver Devin Carter (FSU commit): "Amazing way to finish a game. Not how we wanted but we came out with an unbelievable and special win for the University and its fans! I'm proud of the coaching staff and this team!"
2026 Four-Star Wide Receiver Naeem Burroughs: "Hard-fought victory wasn’t the best but they got it done."
2026 Five-Star Tight End Kendre Harrison: "Great experience!"
2025 Tight End Hayden Bradley: "Florida State's going all the way. That’s it!"
Three-Star Offensive Lineman Jayden Todd (FSU commit): "It was a hard-fought victory for us! Go Seminoles!"
Three-Star Offensive Lineman Deryc Plazz (Miami commit): "It was poor. They won’t beat Us(Miami) for a long time they’re the worst team in CFP playoff contention and I wish Emory wouldn’t have gotten hurt so that we can drive this game into OT and would’ve won. But it didn’t go that way so I accept the loss and I’m happy with the progress we’re making."
2025 Four-Star Offensive Lineman Ziyare Addison: "The atmosphere was electrifying! Great win for FSU."
2025 Three-Star Offensive Lineman Mario Nash Jr: "Great win! Statement game to the College world."
2026 Five-Star Offensive Lineman Maxwell Riley: "Overall it was a great win for FSU, absolutely loved the atmosphere. It was great seeing the staff and getting to connect with them."
2026 Four-Star Offensive Lineman Micah Smith: "I think it’s a great win for the Noles. They went out there and showed why they are the #4 team in the country."
2025 Five-Star Defensive End Zion Grady: "Big rivalry win for the Noles. Tough game but FSU stepped up and made plays when it mattered."
2025 Three-Star Defensive End Tylon Lee Jr: "It was a really good game and I love the way both sides of the ball competed and dominated."
2025 Four-Star Defensive Lineman Myron Charles: "Was a fun game Miami have a really strong running game but FSU just plays so good in the second round all around."
2026 Five-Star Linebacker Tyler Atkinson: "It was a big win!! The atmosphere was [fire]. FSU's defense is super solid, and I really like how they play the LBs. It was great to see coach Norvell and the team go 10-0."
Three-Star Defensive Back CJ Heard (FSU commit): "We own them boys. They otw back to 305 sad."
2025 Four-Star Defensive Back Drake Stubbs: "Environment is electric, having a ball. They look really good. I like what Coach Norvell is doing with the program. Coach Surtain and Coach Fuller always show me love while I’m here."
2026 Five-Star Defensive Back Zechariah Fort: "I thought that both sides of the ball were dominant for Florida St, especially FSU's defense against Miami’s run game in the second half."
Three-Star Kicker Jake Weinberg (FSU commit): "Best team in the State, Doak was so loud and rockin'."
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