Previewing 4-star quarterback Jayce Johnson's commitment
The Florida State Seminoles already have three commitments in their 2027 recruiting class, and they are looking to add the quarterback of the class. Jayce Johnson, a four-star prospect, is set to announce his commitment on Sunday, and the Seminoles are a finalist.
They have plenty of competition for the Valdosta, Georgia product, who is also considering the Mississippi State Bulldogs, Texas A&M Aggies, South Carolina Gamecocks, and Tennessee Volunteers. The good news for FSU is that they and Texas A&M appear to have separated from the pack, but the Aggies are leading ahead of his announcement.
FSU has landed its quarterback of the 2026 cycle in Jaden O'Neal and would love to get an early jump on the 2027 cycle by landing Johnson. His addition would give them someone they can build the class around and attract other elite talents.
Johnson had a productive sophomore season for Lowndes High School, leading them to a 10-2 record. Johnson completed 67.2% (123-183) of his passes for 1,799 yards, 16 touchdowns, and three interceptions, per MaxPreps. He also rushed for 318 yards and three touchdowns on 79 carries, averaging 4.0 yards per carry.
Here's everything you need to know about his recruitment before he commits.
Decision Time
Johnson is scheduled to make his commitment on Sunday, Aug. 3. He has not revealed what time he will do so.
The Finalists
His Recruitment
The Seminoles extended Johnson a scholarship offer on Oct. 1, 2024, and have been new the top of his recruitment ever since. He has taken three visits since then, including two in June before naming them one of his finalists.
Recruiting Ranking
Prediction
My Pick: Texas A&M Aggies
The Seminoles can not be ruled out, but the Aggies look to have the momentum in Johnson's recruitment and will look to seal the deal on Sunday. FSU has proximity on its side and has done a good job recruiting Georgia, but they will need to pull off the upset to land him.
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