Four-Star Recruit Tedarius Hughes Strengthens FSU Commitment with Visit

Miami, Florida, USA - As the Florida State Seminoles gear up for the future, the latest official visits and commitments from top high school prospects have generated quite a buzz in the college football community. Among them is Tedarius Hughes, a promising four-star defensive back from Miami, who has made a significant commitment to the *Noles for the 2026 recruiting class.

Hughes, who stands at an impressive 6’3” and weighs 175 pounds, visited the FSU campus with family members, including his mother, uncle, and grandmother. This visit, which took place from June 13 to June 15, provided Hughes with the chance to connect personally with coaches and players and gain insights into his potential role within the team. According to 247Sports, Hughes appreciated the respectful and caring interactions he had with head coach Mike Norvell and the coaching staff, particularly noting how much it meant to have his family there to share the experience.

A Committed Player with Future Plans

Hughes’ commitment to Florida State has been firm since July 4, 2024, despite the drama of recruits decommitting elsewhere. He sees potential in the Seminoles‘ program and believes they will return to prominence. “I trust in the program’s direction,” he stated, assuring that a final commitment decision might be held off until National Signing Day, as he looks to build relationships with the coaching staff and players to feel more comfortable upon arrival.

Hughes is currently ranked as the No. 315 overall prospect and No. 26 safety in the 2026 class, according to the 247Sports Composite Recruiting Rankings. He has already shown his skills on the field with four interceptions, including a touchdown return, and 15 tackles in limited action last season. With his ability to read quarterbacks and close in on ball carriers, Hughes is a player to watch as his recruitment continues to unfold.

It’s worth noting that the Miami Hurricanes are expected to make a move to offer Hughes soon, a testament to his rising profile and talent. Yet, Hughes remains committed to his choice of FSU over offers from Charlotte, FAU, Louisville, Nebraska, Syracuse, UCF, UConn, and USF, demonstrating his loyalty and belief in the Seminoles.

Recruiting Landscape Expanding

In the broader scope of recruitment, Florida State is making strides in attracting additional talents. Four-star safety Jamarrion Gordon has narrowed his choices down to four schools, including FSU. With the *Noles currently holding seven verbal commitments for 2026 and ranking No. 14 nationally, the team is clearly making concerted efforts in securing top-tier prospects to boost their roster.

Gordon, who also comes from a successful high school football background, contributed significantly to his team’s championship run last season with impressive stats. His interest in FSU, alongside other Alabama recruits like quarterback Landon Duckworth and running back Ezavier Crowell, reflects the Seminoles‘ focused strategy in recruiting new talent from competitive high school programs.

As the Seminoles prepare for the upcoming season, all eyes will be on how these recruitments unfold and the impact they will have on the team’s future performance on the field. With commitments from players like Hughes and interest from others like Gordon, FSU fans have much to be excited about in terms of the direction the program is headed.