TJ Franklin, that monstrous 2029 three-star edge rusher, is hitting Tallahassee AGAIN this Saturday for the Central Arkansas game! This isn’t his first rodeo at Florida State this season, either. He was recently there for their ACC opener against the SMU Mustangs.
The Visit Blitz Is On
Franklin didn’t keep it a secret, announcing on social media Saturday morning, “#gonoles,” telling everyone he’s back. FSU dropped that offer on him way back in May, but getting him on campus multiple times this early in the season? That’s just massive for their commitment chase. You gotta know the Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers are heavily in on this guy too. He’s already visited both those campuses, which makes these FSU trips even more critical. In fact, Alabama had him on their turf only last weekend when they played FSU in Tuscaloosa. Talk about high stakes, right?
Wrecking Ball Numbers, Already
We’re talking about a 6-foot-4, 220-pounder who’s still getting started. This dude’s a certified problem for offenses. As a freshman at Choctawhatchee High School, playing nine games, he racked up 12 tackles, four tackles for loss, and two sacks. Those are legit numbers for a freshman, no doubt. But then he goes and ups the ante even more! In just his first four games as a sophomore, Franklin already has 18 tackles, five tackles for loss, and three sacks. That’s pure dominance, plain and simple. Imagine that kind of disruption coming off the edge for FSU.
Getting TJ Franklin back to Tallahassee for a second game this season is a huge statement. With Alabama and Auburn throwing everything they’ve got at him, every visit counts. You gotta think FSU is pulling out all the stops to show this kid why he belongs in Tallahassee. The battle for this freak talent is just heating up, and every weekend feels like a new chapter in this recruiting showdown.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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