Florida State Adds Talented Defender to 2028 Recruiting Class After Virginia Victory

Florida State is carrying the momentum from its impressive victory over Virginia onto the recruiting trail.

The Seminoles dominated Virginia 38-7, delivering one of their strongest performances in recent years and getting their difficult October schedule off to an encouraging start. Just one day after the win, Florida State added another promising player to its 2028 recruiting class, even as uncertainty continues to surround head coach Mike Norvell’s future in Tallahassee.

Three-Star Defensive Back Man Robinson Chooses Florida State

Three-star defensive back Man Robinson announced Sunday that he will continue his football career at Florida State. The Seminoles won his commitment over several Power Four programs, including Louisville, Ole Miss, Tennessee, and Florida.

“I’m HOME, Noles Nation!” Robinson posted on social media after making his decision public.

Florida State was among the earliest schools to offer Robinson, extending an offer in December 2024. The Seminoles became involved in his recruitment shortly after safeties coach Evan Cooper joined the coaching staff.

Cooper has played an important role in building a strong relationship with Robinson throughout the recruiting process.

Robinson has also spent time on Florida State’s campus. He attended the Seminoles’ victory over Alabama last season and returned to Tallahassee for a summer camp in June.

During his junior season at IMG Academy, Robinson has recorded two tackles, one tackle for loss, and one sack across two appearances. As a sophomore, he also recorded two interceptions.

The 5-foot-10, 178-pound defensive back is currently ranked by the 247Sports Composite as the No. 408 overall prospect, No. 44 cornerback, and No. 54 player in Florida for the 2028 recruiting class.

Florida State’s 2028 Recruiting Class

Robinson’s commitment gives Florida State four verbal pledges in its 2028 recruiting class, known as #Tribe28. The Seminoles’ group currently sits at No. 5 nationally.

Florida State’s 2028 Commitments

• Three-Star TE: Troy Silberzahn
• Three-Star DE: Meshi Dobson
• Three-Star DB: Chayse Brown
• Three-Star DB: Man Robinson

Florida State’s 2026 Defensive Backfield

Robinson will eventually join a Florida State program that currently has considerable depth in its defensive backfield.

The Seminoles’ 2026 defensive backs include:

• Ashlynd Barker — Redshirt Senior
• Donny Hiebert — Senior
• Quindarrius Jones — Senior
• KJ Kirkland — Redshirt Junior
• Ja’Bril Rawls — Redshirt Junior
• Karson Hobbs — Junior
• Nehemiah Chandler — Redshirt Sophomore
• CJ Richard Jr. — Redshirt Sophomore
• Jarvis Boatwright — Redshirt Sophomore
• Charles Lester III — Redshirt Sophomore
• Ricky Knight III — Redshirt Sophomore
• Jamari Howard — Redshirt Sophomore
• Ma’Khi Jones — Sophomore
• Gregory Xavier Thomas — Redshirt Freshman
• Max Redmon — Redshirt Freshman
• Antonio Cromartie Jr. — Redshirt Freshman
• Chauncey Kennon — Freshman
• Darryl Bell III — Freshman
• Jordan Crutchfield — Freshman

Robinson’s commitment gives Florida State another young defensive talent to develop as the Seminoles continue building their future roster.