BREAKING NEWS: Twin Defensive Ends Darryll and Mandrell Desir Decommit from Florida State, Sign with Alabama Over Penn State, Nebraska. 
In a major recruiting shocker, twin four-star defensive ends Darryll and Mandrell Desir have officially flipped their commitments from Florida State to Alabama, sending shockwaves through the college football landscape.
The dynamic duo, considered two of the most explosive edge rushers in the 2025 class, were heavily pursued by top-tier programs including Penn State, Nebraska, and Oregon. But after months of speculation and recent visits, the twins announced their decision to sign with the Crimson Tide, citing the culture shift under new head coach Kalen DeBoer and Alabama’s tradition of producing elite defensive talent.
“Tuscaloosa felt like home,” Darryll Desir said during the announcement. “The energy, the development, the competition—everything we want to be part of is there.”
Mandrell added, “Coach DeBoer and the staff were real with us from the start. They see us not just as athletes, but as future leaders in their system.”
The 6’4″, 245-pound brothers hail from Miami, Florida, and had long been viewed as key pieces in Florida State’s future defensive front. Their decommitment marks a significant blow to FSU’s 2025 class, while giving Alabama a powerful boost on the defensive side of the ball.
Recruiting analysts say the Desirs bring “violent hands, elite quickness off the edge, and a relentless motor,” making them perfect fits for Alabama’s aggressive front seven. Their decision signals that DeBoer is not only reloading—he’s rebranding Alabama’s recruiting dominance with a national reach and a clear vision.
This flip could have ripple effects across the 2025 recruiting landscape. One thing’s for sure: Alabama’s defense just got a whole lot scarier.
