Can the Noles secure a commitment from Ricky Knight III?

The FSU Football Association is landing one of its top defensive backs on its 2024 recruiting board in four-star cornerback Ricky Knight III from Cardinal Newman High School in West Palm Beach, Florida (previously attended The Benjamin School in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida).

Cornerback Target Board

Although Florida State defensive back Patrick Surtain Sr. has not secured a commitment for the 2024 recruiting cycle, he has expanded his reach at the cornerback position to give the Seminoles plenty of options to choose from.

Those targets include five-star Charles Lester III, four-star Ricky Knight III, four-star Jamari Howard, four-star Jalewis Solomon, four-star Wardell Mack, four-star Cai Bates, four-star Jameer Grimsley and three-star Kevin Levy.

Is Knight III Nole?

Knight III has had a busy summer full of official visits consisting of Penn State (June 2-4), Illinois (June 9-11), Florida (June 16-18) and Miami (June 23- 25 June).

With him taking an official visit with the Hurricanes this weekend, it will be vital for the Seminoles to continue strong in this recruiting as head football coach Mario Cristobal and company make one last impression before the recruiting period begins.

FSU-Miami battle?

The talented defensive back looked to be an FSU-Miami battle. The arch-rival Hurricanes held the crystal ball advantage early, but the Seminoles seem to have developed in a positive direction for him.

First offer

The interest appears to be mutual, as FSU was his first offer on January 15, 2023. In interviews with various media outlets, Knight III has consistently stated that he appreciates the opportunity the university has given him. with the offer.

What about Lester III?

While it’s known that five-star Charles Lester III is the Seminoles’ top defensive back target on their recruiting board, they still want Knight III in the lineup. That doesn’t mean the coaching staff will lose to Lester III.

Final thoughts

Knight III’s deadline is likely to be early July, which aligns with some of FSU’s other top targets, including five-star offensive tackle Jonathan Daniels, four-star running back Micahi Danzy, four-star wideout. receiver James Madison II and four-star tight end Kylan Fox.

A friendly reminder to buy FSU recruiting stock for July.

• Published on 24/06/2023 at 20:51
• Last updated on June 24, 2023 at 8:54 p.m