Breaking News: Five-Star Ahmad Brown Decommits and Chooses Florida State Over Tennessee and Michigan
In a major recruiting shake-up, five-star linebacker Ahmad Brown has decommitted from Tennessee and announced his commitment to the Florida State Seminoles. The elite 2026 prospect revealed his decision Monday, highlighting Florida State’s culture, coaching staff, and trajectory as key factors in his choice.
Brown, a 6’3″, 230-pound defensive powerhouse from Atlanta, Georgia, is considered one of the top linebackers in the nation. Known for his sideline-to-sideline speed, instinctual playmaking, and ability to excel in both pass coverage and run defense, Brown has been a game-changer at the high school level and is expected to have an immediate impact in college.
“Florida State felt like the perfect fit for me,” Brown said during his announcement. “The way the coaches plan to use me in their defense and the energy around the program made it clear this was the right place for my future. I’m excited to be part of something special in Tallahassee.”
Brown had originally committed to Tennessee earlier this year, with Michigan also in strong contention. However, Florida State’s impressive recruiting momentum and recent success under head coach Mike Norvell swayed the highly sought-after prospect.
The addition of Ahmad Brown gives the Seminoles a huge boost in their 2026 recruiting class, which is rapidly gaining recognition as one of the nation’s best. His commitment signals Florida State’s intent to reestablish itself as a national powerhouse, capable of competing with programs like Alabama, Georgia, and Ohio State on and off the field.
Brown’s flip is a significant blow to Tennessee, which had viewed him as a cornerstone of their future defense, as well as Michigan, which had aggressively pursued the talented linebacker. For Florida State, it’s another high-profile win that further cements their place as a rising force in college football.
Stay tuned for more updates as Florida State continues to dominate the recruiting trail.
