Former FSU football commit returns to campus as Seminoles face Kent State

Recruiting is fluid in college football. Things can change by the day, particularly when you're talking about NIL and the emotions of teenagers.

Florida State has never been a program to hold a grudge when recruits switch up since head coach Mike Norvell took over. Usually, when a prospect decommits from the Seminoles or chooses another school, FSU continues to pursue them all the way to the finish line.

Sometimes, that even leads those players on a road back to Tallahassee.

That appears to be no different in the case of four-star safety and 2027 recruit, Jaylen Scott. Earlier this year, Scott became Florida State's first commitment in #Tribe27.

However, he flipped to Auburn in June, a school which is closer to home.

Months later, Scott plans to return to the program that held his pledge first.

Four-Star DB Jaylen Scott Visiting FSU For Kent State Game

According to his social media, Scott will be in Doak Campbell Stadium this weekend when the Seminoles take on Kent State. This is his first trip to campus since his initial decision in January.

Scott will get a chance to spend plenty of time around defensive backs coach Patrick Surtain Sr., safeties coach Evan Cooper, and defensive coordinator Tony White.

In Florida State this weekend! @FSUFootball @FSUCoachTW @CoachJonMitch @WHYNOTWHS pic.twitter.com/qEea3cMzTz
— Jaylen Scott 27’ (@JaylenS_4) September 18, 2025

During the first three games of his junior season at Williamson High School, Scott has totaled 27 tackles, one fumble recovery, four pass deflections, two interceptions, and three blocked punts.

The 6-foot-0, 165-pound defensive back is regarded as the No. 185 overall prospect, the No. 19 S, and the No. 5 recruit in Alabama in the 2027 class according to the 247Sports composite ratings.

Information On Florida State's 2027 class

Florida State holds four verbal commitments in its 2027 class which ranks No. 6 in the country.

The Seminoles previously landed four-star defensive back Mekhi Williams, four-star defensive back Bryce Williams, and three-star defensive back Jemari Foreman.