BREAKING: 4-Star S Ta’Shawn Poole commits to FSU over UGA, Tennessee
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Key Points:
- Four-star safety Ta'Shawn Poole from Howard High in Macon, Ga. has publicly committed to Florida State University (FSU), making him the highest-rated commitment of FSU's 2027 class.
- Poole, ranked No. 85 nationally and No. 4 among safeties by 247Sports, chose FSU over strong competition from Tennessee and Georgia, citing the opportunity to play early in FSU's three-safety scheme and feeling prioritized by the coaching staff.
- FSU's safeties coach Evan Cooper and defensive coordinator Tony White played key roles in recruiting Poole, who had a standout season with 43 tackles and 4 interceptions, and also contributed as a returner.
- Recruiting analyst Hudson Standish highlights Poole's ideal size, versatility in alignment, strong man coverage skills, and playmaking instincts, projecting him as a potential multi-year starter with NFL Draft potential.
- While Poole has committed early, FSU must improve its on-field performance after a five-win 2025 season to retain coaching stability and secure his enrollment ahead of the December Early Signing Period.
