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Seminole Today
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Florida State lands commitment from 2027 athlete Dayon Cooper
Cooper chose the Seminoles over Tennessee and Vanderbilt
Apr. 4, 2026 at 7:36pm
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Florida State has landed a commitment from three-star athlete Dayon Cooper, who is being recruited to play defensive back. Cooper chose the Seminoles over offers from Tennessee and Vanderbilt.
Why it matters
Florida State's football program is looking to build momentum after a few down seasons, and landing an early commitment from a talented 2027 prospect like Dayon Cooper is an important step in that process.
The details
Cooper, a 6-foot, 170-pound athlete, has seen a surge in his recruitment recently, now holding 20 total offers. While some schools are recruiting him as a wide receiver, Florida State sees him as a cornerback in their system. Cooper visited Florida State twice this spring, first for a junior day in March and then for the team's second scrimmage on Saturday, where he ultimately decided to commit to the Seminoles.
- Cooper committed to Florida State on April 4, 2026.
- Cooper first visited Florida State for a junior day on March 7, 2026.
- Cooper made his second visit to Florida State on April 4, 2026, where he committed.
The players
Dayon Cooper
A three-star athlete in the class of 2027 who is being recruited to play defensive back by Florida State.
Florida State Seminoles
The NCAA Division I football program at Florida State University, which landed a commitment from Dayon Cooper.
What’s next
Cooper will continue to develop and prepare to join the Florida State football program in 2027.
The takeaway
Florida State's early commitment from Dayon Cooper, a talented 2027 prospect, is an important step in rebuilding the program's momentum after recent down seasons. The Seminoles see Cooper as a cornerback fit for their system, and his pledge is a positive sign for the future of the team.
