Recruits React To Florida State's Overtime Victory Against Clemson

What did recruits think about Florida State's epic victory against the Tigers in Death Valley?

Florida State snapped a seven-game losing streak to Clemson with an overtime victory in Death Valley on Saturday. This was a huge step in the right direction for the Seminoles after coming up just short against the Tigers during their last two meetings. Head coach Mike Norvell has his team on a path to a potential ACC Championship run.

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With this being a marquee matchup and a pivotal moment for the Seminoles, there were a ton of recruits in the stands and watching around the country.

NoleGameday reached out to commits and targets to get their thoughts on the performance. Check out their reactions below.

Four-Star Quarterback Luke Kromenhoek (FSU Commit): "Wasn’t pretty but we got the job done. Big win for the program finally being able to get over that hump and beat Clemson and I think it speaks volumes about coach Norvell and this team pulling out a close win against a good team in their house!"

Four-Star Running Back Kam Davis (FSU Commit): "I think that was a win over a rival. FSU had been playing good but today it looked a little slow because of the fight Clemson had to try and win."

Four-Star Wide Receiver Camdon Frier (FSU Commit): "I’m glad we won and snapped that streak. Games in Death Valley are always tough. Clemson is a good ball team so I’m glad we got the W. Time to get better this week."

2026 Four-Star Wide Receiver Devin Carter (FSU Commit): "They fought all the way until the end, they went into the half down 3 and fought to tie the game at the end of regulation and I loved how they finished the game."

2025 Four-Star Wide Receiver Koby Howard: "I'm happy they got the win, but that was a bad showing for both offense and defense. Lucky to get out of there with the win!"

Three-Star Offensive Lineman Jayden Todd (FSU Commit): "Huge win for the Seminoles! It was a very hard-fought battle! #KeepCLIMBing"

Three-Star Defensive End Tyshon Reed Jr. (Duke Commit): "It was a great comeback."

2025 Three-Star Defensive End Tylon Lee: "I love the effort and the way they played on both sides and it was a very intense game I can assure you that."

Three-Star Defensive Tackle Jamorie Flagg (FSU Commit): "It was a big game and it was great to see the guys come out on top."

2025 Four-Star Defensive Tackle Mario Nash: "Great team win! Congratulations to all the Coaches and staff."

Three-Star Linebacker Jordan Boyd (Georgia Tech Commit): "It was a big win! Much needed in the push for a National Championship and potential ACC power shift."

2025 Five-Star Linebacker Jadon Perlotte (Georgia Commit): "Norvell is building something great and it’s only getting better."

2026 Four-Star Defensive Back Zechariah Fort: "The game was close, but FSU pulled through once again and got the win."

2026 Defensive Back Jalon Copeland: "FSU is the best team in college football period, they played till the last snap & the defense came up big. FSU is back."

Three-Star Kicker Jake Weinberg (FSU Commit): "They went there to win and did the job! 4-0! Go Noles."

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