Florida State University (FSU) has encountered another setback during its bye week, losing a commitment from 2025 blue-chip wide receiver Daylan McCutcheon, who has decided to flip his commitment to the Texas Longhorns. This follows a previous bye week in which FSU lost two commitments after starting the season with a disappointing 0-3 record. Fans humorously remarked that FSU couldn’t even escape defeat during their bye week.
The decision by McCutcheon, a highly regarded Texas native ranked as the No. 107 player nationally and the No. 14 wide receiver, comes as no surprise given FSU’s struggles offensively. The team is currently averaging just 14.8 points per game and 4.52 yards per play, raising concerns about the appeal of their offensive strategy for prospective receivers.
BREAKING: Four-Star WR Daylan McCutcheon has Flipped his Commitment from Florida State to Texas, he tells me for @on3recruits
The 6’0 180 WR from Lucas, TX had been Committed to the Seminoles since July
“There’s no place like home”https://t.co/lPlK5LgjuX pic.twitter.com/rslZyh5mq5
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) October 10, 2024
The situation now casts doubt on the future of FSU’s recruiting class, particularly the remaining ten commitments. Given the team’s current 1-5 start, it wouldn’t be surprising to see 3-4 additional players decommit and explore other options. In anticipation of this development, Mike Norvell and his staff offered a scholarship to a 2025 blue-chip player committed to UCF, indicating they may be preparing for further shifts in their recruiting strategy.
This situation could prompt significant changes within the coaching staff. Norvell may feel compelled to make drastic adjustments, possibly including firing members of the current staff, to combat negative narratives that opposing teams are using in their recruiting efforts. Although losing commitments can be challenging, it might ultimately lead to beneficial long-term changes if Norvell aims to remain the head coach. Following McCutcheon’s decommitment, FSU’s national recruiting ranking has dropped to No. 52.
