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Florida State lands ball-hawking cornerback Jeremiah Wilson in transfer portal

The Seminoles have landed what looks like a perfect fit on defense.

Dustin Lewis

Oct 26, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Jeremiah Wilson (20) reacts after making a tackle during the first quarter against the Utah Utes at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Oct 26, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Jeremiah Wilson (20) reacts after making a tackle during the first quarter against the Utah Utes at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images / Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Florida State has made its first addition during the NCAA Transfer Portal spring window.

On Friday, Houston cornerback transfer Jeremiah Wilson announced he was continuing his college career in Tallahassee. Wilson was on campus for a visit this week.

During his lone season with the Cougars, Wilson appeared in 12 games and made eight starts, totaling a career-high 24 tackles, four tackles for loss, four pass deflections, and four interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown.

In 557 snaps, Wilson graded out as the top player on Houston's roster at 86.7 overall according to PFF. That would've been the highest mark on FSU's defense by a wide margin as cornerback Azareye'h Thomas led the way for the Seminoles in 2024 with a 76.5 overall grade.

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Wilson recorded a season-best six tackles, one tackle for loss, and one pass deflection in Houston's 27-3 loss to Arizona on November 15. He picked off a pass in three separate games, including two interceptions and a pick-six in a 20-10 loss to Baylor on November 23.

Interestingly enough, the Florida native has a previous relationship with defensive coordinator Tony White. Wilson signed with Syracuse as a three-star prospect in 2022 when White was still with the Orange. The rising coordinator was Wilson's primary recruiter at the time.

Wilson played under White during his first season at the college level, becoming one of three true freshmen to appear in every game for Syracuse. White departed for Nebraska following the season but Wilson stuck around in 2023, totaling 16 tackles, one tackle for loss, five pass deflections, and one interception that he returned 66 yards for a touchdown in just seven games.

On paper, Wilson is an excellent fit for the Seminoles. He's spent three years in a 3-3-5 defensive scheme which means he already has the most experience in the system that Florida State will be running in 2025.

The 5-foot-10, 185-pound cornerback will be able to shore up a room that is rich in talent but lacking experience. Wilson will have one season of eligibility remaining.

Florida State's cornerback room also includes players such as junior Quindarrius Jones, redshirt sophomore Ja'Bril Rawls, redshirt freshman Charles Lester III, redshirt freshman Cai Bates, redshirt freshman Ricky Knight III, and true freshman Shamar Arnoux.

Who Has Entered The Transfer Portal From Florida State During The Spring Window?

Quarterback Trever Jackson, Redshirt Freshman

Wide Receiver Hykeem Williams, Junior

Wide Receiver Jordan Scott, Junior

Wide Receiver Jalen Brown, Redshirt Sophomore (Dismissed)

Offensive Lineman TJ Ferguson, Redshirt Senior

Offensive Lineman Jaylen Early, Redshirt Junior

Defensive End Aaron Hester, Redshirt Junior

Defensive Tackle D'Nas White, Redshirt Freshman

Who Does Florida State Have In The Defensive Backfield For The 2025 Season?

Redshirt Senior Shyheim Brown

Redshirt Junior Earl Little Jr.

Redshirt Junior Ashlynd Barker

Redshirt Junior Christian White

Junior Conrad Hussey

Junior Quindarrius Jones

Junior Donny Hiebert

Redshirt Sophomore Edwin Joseph

Redshirt Sophomore KJ Kirkland

Redshirt Sophomore Ja'Bril Rwls

Redshirt Freshman Charles Lester III

Redshirt Freshman Ricky Knight III

Redshirt Freshman Cai Bates

Redshirt Freshman Jamari Howard

True Freshman Gregory Xavier Thomas

True Freshman Shamar Arnoux

True Freshman Max Redmon

True Freshman Antonio Cromartie Jr.

READ MORE: 3 key positions FSU Football must address during spring transfer portal window

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Dustin Lewis
DUSTIN LEWIS

Lewis joined NoleGameday in 2016 and is currently in the role of Editor-In-Chief. A graduate of Florida State, Lewis contributes to football, recruiting, and basketball coverage. Connect with Dustin on Twitter at @DustinLewisNG.

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