Florida State Adds 2026 EDGE Commit Franklin Whitley From South Carolina
The pledge adds depth to a 2026 group ranked 13th nationally by 247Sports.
Overview
- Whitley, a three-star Greenville High defender, announced his commitment to Florida State for the 2026 class.
- He is listed at 6-foot-6 and 265 pounds on the 247Sports Composite.
- Reported season production includes 31 tackles, with sources differing on sacks, tackles for loss, and quarterback hurries.
- The commitment is counted as roughly the 28th in FSU's 2026 class, which sits near the top 15 nationally per 247Sports.
- His decision follows recent defensive additions for the Seminoles, including a flip of linebacker Daylen Green, after a 42-7 win over Wake Forest.