Considering that Florida State currently holds the nation’s No. 3 class, Seminoles fans would be unwise in worrying about the state of head coach Jimbo Fisher’s recruiting efforts.
However, over the last month, a handful of events have caused the optimism surrounding the 2016 ‘Noles class to dissipate.
For starters, the ‘Noles unexpectedly lost a commitment from 5-star tight end Isaac Nauta in late July.
Then, a pair of 5-star in-state prospects in defensive end Shavar Manuel and receiver Nate Craig-Myers—both of whom were believed to be leaning heavily toward Florida State—each stated that the ‘Noles were slipping in their respective recruitments.