Superstar Twin DEs Darryll & Mandrel Dasir Stun College Football World — Flip From Florida State to Nebraska, Snub Alabama & Texas in Shocking Signing Day Twist
LINCOLN, Neb. — Recruiting drama has always defined college football’s most electric days, but this Signing Day produced a shock that few saw coming. Superstar twin defensive ends Darryll and Mandrel Dasir — two of the most coveted prospects in the 2025 recruiting class — have stunned the college football world by decommitting from Florida State and officially signing with the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
The flip doesn’t just change the trajectory of Nebraska’s program; it rattles the national recruiting landscape, leaving powerhouse programs Alabama and Texas reeling after being snubbed late in the process.
The Dasir twins, known for their size, athleticism, and ability to wreak havoc off the edge, had been long-time Florida State pledges. Their commitment to the Seminoles was seen as a cornerstone of FSU’s future defense. However, Nebraska’s relentless pursuit, combined with a vision of playing side by side as immediate-impact players, swayed the brothers toward Lincoln in one of the most surprising developments of the recruiting cycle.
“This decision is about family, faith, and fit,” Darryll said during their announcement. “Nebraska gave us the confidence that we can be the faces of a defense that’s ready to rise again. We felt the love from the fans, the coaches, and the entire Husker community.”
Mandrel echoed his brother’s sentiment: “We’ve dreamed of playing together, of changing the game as a duo. Nebraska gave us that opportunity and made us feel like we’d be part of something historic.”
For Nebraska, this is more than just a recruiting victory. It signals a program that refuses to settle for mediocrity and is willing to go head-to-head with the sport’s bluebloods — and win. Snatching two elite prospects away from Florida State, while simultaneously rejecting Alabama and Texas, sends a message: the Cornhuskers intend to be a national player again.
Analysts are already buzzing about the impact. The Dasir twins possess the rare combination of length, speed, and explosiveness that can transform a defense overnight. Both are projected to compete for starting roles early, giving Nebraska a pass-rushing duo unlike anything it has seen in years. ESPN’s recruiting experts described the flip as “one of the biggest shocks in recent Signing Day history” and a potential turning point for the program.
Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule praised the twins’ decision, emphasizing that their arrival represents a culture shift. “These young men believe in what we’re building. They’re not afraid of the challenge, and they’re not afraid to put Nebraska back where it belongs — in the national spotlight.”
Husker fans, already famous for their loyalty, erupted in celebration across social media. Within minutes of the announcement, “#GoBigRed” and “Twin Towers” were trending, as supporters welcomed the Dasirs as the new anchors of a defense that has longed for dominance.
For Florida State, Alabama, and Texas, the loss is a bitter one. For Nebraska, it’s nothing short of program-defining. The signing of Darryll and Mandrel Dasir may be remembered not just as a recruiting coup but as the moment when the Cornhuskers signaled their intent to storm back into the national conversation.
