The Florida State Seminoles have secured a massive win on the recruiting trail, flipping elite wide receiver prospect Jamal Carter from Alabama in a shocking decommitment. Carter, a 5-star recruit and one of the nation’s top-ranked wide receivers, announced his decision Tuesday, pledging his future to FSU over finalists Michigan and Penn State.
The news comes as a surprise, as Carter had been verbally committed to Alabama for months. However, a late push by Florida State head coach Mike Norvell and his staff proved decisive. According to sources close to the situation, FSU’s vision for Carter in their offense and their recent resurgence in college football played significant roles in his decision.
“This wasn’t an easy choice,” Carter said in his announcement. “Alabama, Michigan, and Penn State are incredible programs, but Florida State felt like home. Coach Norvell and the staff showed me how I could thrive here, both on and off the field.”
Carter’s commitment is a major boost for FSU, which has been aggressively rebuilding its roster to return to national championship contention. The 6’3”, 190-pound receiver is known for his blazing speed, strong hands, and ability to create mismatches against defenders. Analysts believe he could make an immediate impact for the Seminoles as early as next season.
The decommitment marks another recruiting blow for Alabama, while further solidifying FSU as a dominant force in the recruiting landscape. Carter’s flip also underscores the Seminoles’ ability to compete with the nation’s elite programs, a testament to the program’s recent progress under Norvell.
With Carter now in the fold, Florida State’s 2024 recruiting class is shaping up to be one of the best in the country, adding even more excitement for Seminole fans as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
