Alright, you won’t believe this, but Florida State is still going all-out for running back Marquis Fennell, even though the dude *already* committed to Stanford. This isn’t some quiet background chatter either; FSU is actively trying to flip him after what was a pretty shocking turn of events in their 2027 recruiting cycle. Talk about not taking no for an answer!
The Shocking Flip That Nobody Saw Coming
Look, June was huge for FSU. They locked down eight commitments in the 2027 class, and everything pointed to Fennell being the ninth. Seriously, Florida State had the *only* prediction to land him. Everyone was expecting it. Then, BAM, in a move that absolutely no one saw coming, Fennell pledged to the Stanford Cardinal. It was a gut punch, no doubt. But here’s the kicker: it hasn’t stopped the Seminoles one bit. Fennell himself told Brendan Sonnone of 247Sports, “They’re trying a little bit.” “A little bit”? That’s an understatement when a program keeps coming after a guy who’s already off the market.
Why FSU Is Still Going All-In For This Guy
So, why the relentless pursuit for a player who’s technically committed elsewhere? It’s all about Marquis Fennell’s electric talent. This kid is a legitimate dual-threat player, and his numbers jump off the page. As a junior, he torched defenses for 1,480 rushing yards and an insane 23 touchdowns on the ground. But that’s not all: he was also a beast catching the ball, pulling in 53 receptions for 764 receiving yards and 10 more scores. That’s just flat-out ridiculous production. And he’s already kept that momentum rolling as a senior, racking up 150 rushing yards and one touchdown in his first two games. But he’s been even more explosive as a receiver, grabbing 17 passes for 233 yards and four touchdowns. The guy just makes plays. Fennell is ranked as the No. 749 recruit and the No. 57 running back nationally, and he’s the No. 89 player in Georgia, according to 247Sports composite rankings. What’s even wilder is that FSU already has four-star Jayden Miles committed at the running back spot for their 2027 class. They already have a stud, but they still want Fennell that bad. You just don’t pass on this kind of game-changing skill.
The Chase Isn’t Over Yet
Florida State’s coaching staff is clearly not backing down. They even tried to get Fennell on campus last weekend for their first game, but it didn’t pan out. You know they aren’t giving up though. The plan is definitely to get him to Tallahassee at some point later in the season. Will they manage to get him on a visit? Can they actually flip a Stanford commit after all this? The stakes are high for this 2027 class. Keep your eyes peeled, because this recruiting battle is far from over.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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