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The Florida State Seminoles had a dire situation to address in the defensive backfield just a few weeks ago.
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Florida State alleviated those concerns in #Tribe27, landing four-star safety Ta’Shawn Poole and four-star defensive back Za’Kari Johnson. The pair join three-star safety Jemari Foreman in the class.
That means the Seminoles are more than likely done in the back end, or at least close to it.
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The coaching staff can begin looking towards talent in future classes, and establishing early relationships.
Florida State Offers Four-Star DB
Earlier this week, the Seminoles extended a scholarship to four-star defensive back and rising junior, Ca’Ron Williams.
Williams referred to cornerbacks coach Blue Adams when revealing the news on social media.
Florida State joins a list of nearly 30 offers, including interest from LSU, Penn State, Notre Dame, Alabama, Michigan, Texas, and Oklahoma.
After a great conversation with @DBcoachadams today I’m blessed to receive a scholarship offer from Florida State University!!! #GoNoles#ACC#PRIME#AGTG@CoachGMoss@Coach_Norvell@FSUFootball@GregBiggins@adamgorney@BlairAngulo@[email protected]/5NDaLkX5ec
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– Ca’ron “Prime” Williams (@Caron21Williams) July 22, 2026
Williams visited LSU, Ohio State, and Texas this offseason. He’s never been to Tallahassee.
During his sophomore season at Santa Margarita Catholic, Williams totaled 47 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 4 pass deflections, and 3 interceptions, including one that he returned for a touchdown.
Williams put together his top performance early in the year, recording 8 tackles, 1 pass deflection, and 2 interceptions, one that he brought back for a score, in a 33-27 victory against Centennial High School on August 28.
The 5-foot-11, 175-pound cornerback is regarded as the No. 179 overall prospect, the No. 18 CB, and the No. 13 recruit in California in the 2028 class, according to the 247Sports Composite Ratings.
Information On Florida State’s 2028 Class
Florida State holds two verbal commitment in #Tribe28, which ranks No. 7 in the country.
Who Is Committed To FSU In The 2028 Class?
Three-Star TE Troy Silberzahn
Three-Star DB Chayse Brown
Who Does Florida State Have In The Defensive Backfield For The 2026 Season?
Ashlynd Barker, Redshirt Senior
Donny Hiebert, Senior
Quindarrius Jones, Senior
KJ Kirkland, Redshirt Junior
Ja’Bril Rawls, Redshirt Junior
Karson Hobbs, Junior
Nehemiah Chandler, Redshirt Sophomore
CJ Richard Jr., Redshirt Sophomore
Jarvis Boatwright, Redshirt Sophomore
Charles Lester III, Redshirt Sophomore
Ricky Knight III, Redshirt Sophomore
Jamari Howard, Redshirt Sophomore
Ma’Khi Jones, Sophomore
Gregory Xavier Thomas, Redshirt Freshman
Max Redmon, Redshirt Freshman
Antonio Cromartie Jr., Redshirt Freshman
Chauncey Kennon, Freshman
Darryl Bell III, Freshman
Jordan Crutchfield, Freshman
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This story was originally published July 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM.